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CrewScore Job Evaluation Platform Launches

Jan 20, 2025
CrewScore enables superyacht crew to evaluate their previous work experiences on vessels throughout the superyacht industry.

Yachting Ventures to Launch Startup Zone at Dubai International Boat Show

Jan 19, 2025
Yachting Ventures is set to launch a Startup Zone for startups at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show, from Feb. 19-23, at Dubai Harbor.

MB92 Acquires Yacht Paint Company Pinmar

Jan 18, 2025
On Dec. 31, 2024, MB92 finalized the acquisition of GYG Ltd, which includes the Pinmar, Pinmar Yacht Supply, and Technocraft brands.

NOAA Withdraws Speed Rule for North Atlantic Right Whale Protection

Jan 17, 2025
After more than two years of review, NOAA has withdrawn their proposal for a speed-limit rule to protect the North Atlantic right whale from vessel strikes.

Changes Proposed to Banyan Bay Marine Center

Jan 16, 2025
Constellation Operating Company notified area residents of their intention to improve the property by filling in the marina and adding two warehouses.

Karen Lynn Poulos, Interior Designer and Architect, Dies at 50

Jan 15, 2025
Karen Lynn Poulos, the founder of Karen Lynn Interiors and a celebrated interior designer and architect in the yachting industry, died at the age of 50.

Six Injured After Motor Yacht Loon Tender Accident

Jan 10, 2025
On Dec. 21, 2024, Reel Wild, M/Y Loon’s tender, ran onto rocks in St. Barths. Motor yacht Loon is a yacht that has more than 200,000 subscribers on YouTube.

Registration for 2025 International Superyacht Society Design Awards Open

Jan 9, 2025
Registration for the 2025 International Superyacht Society Design Awards is open, allowing participation of 2024 custom yachts and more.
Acquera in Anguilla

Acquera Yachting Expands Caribbean Operations 

Jan 4, 2025
Acquera Yachting has opened two offices in Antigua and Anguilla to better serve its Caribbean customers, in addition to launching AcqueraPro.

Paolo Vitelli, Founder of Azimut Yachts, Dies at 77

Jan 3, 2025
Paolo Vitelli, the founder of Azimut Yachts, has died at the age of 77 on Dece. 31, 2024, following an at home accident in Italy.
Suntex Marinas Peter

Suntex Adds Another California Marina to Portfolio

Jan 2, 2025
Suntex Marinas expands its portfolio with California marina — Peter’s Landing Marina, which has 325 wet slips for vessels up to 96 feet in Huntington Harbor.

2025 Miami Innovation Awards Deadline Closing Soon

Dec 30, 2024
The 2025 Miami Innovation Awards deadline is approaching, recognizing manufacturers who bring new and innovative products for the boating industry to market.
IMarEST launches Oceans of Opportunity digital series

The IMarEST Digital Series Highlights Marine Industry’s Sustainability Efforts

Dec 28, 2024
IMarEST and Content With Purpose launch the digital series “Oceans of Opportunity: A Change of Tide” to showcase marine industry sustainability efforts.

ISWAN Launches Guides to Promote Allyship

Dec 27, 2024
The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) unveiled two guides to foster allyship in the shipping, cruise, and superyacht industries.

Below Deck: Unveiling the Yachting Industry

Dec 26, 2024
Many captains and crew have differing opinions on “Below Deck,” but what do early season stars think of the show’s effect on yachting?  

Fleet Friday

YATCO’s Fleet Friday: M/Y Rocket, M/Y Cabochon, and more!

Nov 22, 2024
YATCO’s Fleet Friday includes three hot and new to market yachts, including M/Y Rocket, M/Y Cabochon, M/Y CKLASS NAUTIQUE, and more!

YATCO’s Fleet Friday: M/Y Afra 1, S/Y Anamcara, and more!

Nov 15, 2024
YATCO’s Fleet Friday includes three hot and new to market yachts, including M/Y Afra 1, S/Y Anamcara, M/Y Adamas V, and more! Top Hot and New to Market – For Sale Listings M/Y Afra 1 M/Y Afra 1 is a 164-foot motor yacht that...

YATCO’s Fleet Friday: M/Y La Sirena, M/Y Lady Lucy, and more!

Oct 25, 2024
YATCO’s Fleet Friday includes three hot and new to market yachts, including M/Y La Sirena, M/Y Lady Lucy, M/Y Belongers, and more!

YATCO’s Fleet Friday: M/Y Gene Machine, M/Y Galene, and more!

Sep 27, 2024
YATCO’s Fleet Friday includes three hot and new to market yachts, including M/Y Gene Machine, M/Y Galene, S/Y Swagger, and more!

YATCO’s Fleet Friday: S/Y Anne, M/Y Florentia, and more!

Sep 21, 2024
YATCO’s Fleet Friday includes three hot and new to market yachts, including S/Y Anne, M/Y Florentia, M/Y Bartali, M/Y Rocket One, and more!
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Marina Port Valencia Partners with Asindown Foundation

Jan 21, 2025
Marina Port Valencia announced a partnership agreement with the Asindown Foundation, supporting people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities.

CrewScore Job Evaluation Platform Launches

Jan 20, 2025
CrewScore enables superyacht crew to evaluate their previous work experiences on vessels throughout the superyacht industry.

Yachting Ventures to Launch Startup Zone at Dubai International Boat Show

Jan 19, 2025
Yachting Ventures is set to launch a Startup Zone for startups at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show, from Feb. 19-23, at Dubai Harbor.

MB92 Acquires Yacht Paint Company Pinmar

Jan 18, 2025
On Dec. 31, 2024, MB92 finalized the acquisition of GYG Ltd, which includes the Pinmar, Pinmar Yacht Supply, and Technocraft brands.

NOAA Withdraws Speed Rule for North Atlantic Right Whale Protection

Jan 17, 2025
After more than two years of review, NOAA has withdrawn their proposal for a speed-limit rule to protect the North Atlantic right whale from vessel strikes.

Changes Proposed to Banyan Bay Marine Center

Jan 16, 2025
Constellation Operating Company notified area residents of their intention to improve the property by filling in the marina and adding two warehouses.

Karen Lynn Poulos, Interior Designer and Architect, Dies at 50

Jan 15, 2025
Karen Lynn Poulos, the founder of Karen Lynn Interiors and a celebrated interior designer and architect in the yachting industry, died at the age of 50.

Six Injured After Motor Yacht Loon Tender Accident

Jan 10, 2025
On Dec. 21, 2024, Reel Wild, M/Y Loon’s tender, ran onto rocks in St. Barths. Motor yacht Loon is a yacht that has more than 200,000 subscribers on YouTube.

Registration for 2025 International Superyacht Society Design Awards Open

Jan 9, 2025
Registration for the 2025 International Superyacht Society Design Awards is open, allowing participation of 2024 custom yachts and more.

Acquera Yachting Expands Caribbean Operations 

Jan 4, 2025
Acquera Yachting has opened two offices in Antigua and Anguilla to better serve its Caribbean customers, in addition to launching AcqueraPro.