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Tatler. By Annabel Sampson. Mr Luigi Loro Piana, the Italian ‘king of cashmere’ according to Vogue, a 68-year-old playboy who is said to be worth £1.2 billion, has this past year been in mourning. What for? His superyacht, My Song. It was the…
Australia’s Waterway Cleaning charity are at it again. Having gone through the 100 tonne barrier of marine debris removed from Australian waterways already in 2020, we have now launched our Crab Pot Float Fundraiser where we will turn plastic bottle…
During the International Multihull Show originally scheduled for April 15 to 19, Aventura Catamarans was planning to unveil its new Aventura 37 and celebrate its 20th anniversary, however the Covid19 decided otherwise… This new 37' catamaran will be like the…
First Model of New Decade Seawind Catamarans is thrilled to announce it’s first all-new model of the new decade: the Seawind 1370. This completely new-from-the-ground-up 45ft catamaran carries a huge array of advancements in design, technology and craftsmanship, while also retaining…
Fountaine Pajot has just announced the release of a new entry-level sailing catamaran setting a new benchmark for innovation and productivity during the industry’s Covid-19 lockdown conditions. The shipyard has announced the new Isla 40 will replace the successful Lucia…
Ronstan has updated its cockpit rope bags and accessory range. The gear, aimed at keeping the cockpit tidy and clutter-free, has similar features to the previous range, with a fresh new look and some notable product improvements, including: Hook-and-loop…
Changes at Beneteau over the past several years continue to roll out through the series of yachts coming off the production line of the world’s largest boatbuilder. We have seen the First range of Beneteau’s resurrected via a combination of…
Bluewater Cruising Yachts is pleased to announce they have sold a total of 26 Cygnet 20s since they launched #1 Cygnet at the Sydney Boatshow in August 2017. Their most recent newsletter makes interesting reading: A lovely story I can…
The new versatile soft-attachment snatch blocks from Ronstan come in three sizes. Ideal for keelboats, they feature fully-machined aluminium cheeks and sheaves incorporating a full contact, self-lubricating composite bearing running on a polished duplex stainless steel hub. The new blocks…
Zhik’s new Junior Hydrophobic Fleece Top and Long Pants are performance garments and versatile mid-layers, that mirror the adult range. Made from a plush, four-way stretch Spandex fabic, with a soft thermal fleece inner layer, to provide warmth, the fabric…
NEEL Trimarans has unveiled its new compact trimaran, the NEEL 43. The Lombard-designed addition to the range is innovative and impressive, featuring a marked move towards the use of bio-sourced and recyclable materials. More compact than her big sisters, the…
Auckland, 19 Jun 2020: He had an “obsession with boats and everything that makes them tick” and it led to one of the biggest influences on the New Zealand yachting and boating community. Well known designer and boatbuilder Jim Young…
From USA company New Wire Marine: Why is Circuit Protection Necessary? Your entire boat’s electrical system is driven by a very powerful source: A battery. Intentionally – and necessarily – this battery can push a huge amount of electrical current…
Building the most eco-friendly yacht in the world. It was an assignment the British Spirit Yachts received loud and clear. For the renowned boat builder however, the superyacht owners wishes were right up their street. Integrating modern technology into classic…
XWR Long and Short Sleeve Tees Zhik’s new relaxed fit, XWR Long and Short Sleeve Tees are made from a highly water repellent, hydrophobic fabric that sheds water. The soft, smooth XWR fabric prevents wind and water chill too. Being…
Earlier this year, SEA EAGLE II, designed by Dykstra Naval Architects and Mark Whiteley, was transferred from the shipyard’s headquarters in Vollenhove and launched in Amsterdam. Her three carbon Rondal masts and booms were installed and tuned at Royal Huisman’s…
Multihull Solutions will host a special “Open for Inspection” event in Sydney on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 June to showcase two popular Fountaine Pajot catamarans to the public. The event has been scheduled in response to huge demand and…
In parts 1 – 3 we have explored the purchase, haul out and delivery from Sydney to Brisbane of the World’s First TP52, a vessel we rescued from becoming scrap. When we last left the boat, it had just arrived…
Sydney, NSW – 10 June 2020 – MySail Pty Ltd, a web app designed to help skippers, crew and clubs connect and communicate, has today launched new features to support contact tracing requirements for sailing. Designed to help skippers easily…
Royal Huisman has announced a new commission for a lightweight 46m high-performance cruiser sloop: “Nauta Reichel Pugh 151”. This versatile sailing yacht is to be built for very experienced owners who presented a stimulating brief: Comfort to explore the world,…
By The Maritime Executive 05-26-2020 09:07:45 Danish startup Dacoma is turning canting keel technology upside down by fitting an air tank – rather than a lead weight – inside of the keel bulb. The canting keel is a device found…
An Australian manufacturing innovator who has sold tens of thousands of his 12v/240v portable water heaters globally is expecting his latest model to tap into domestic adventure and recreational booms when Covid restrictions ease. Australia’s Aus J Hot Water Solutions,…
This winter, tap into the products the professionals trust to refinish timber finishes for a glossy, UV-resistant coating in time for next season. Ultra clear 207 Special Clear Hardener was specifically developed for coating and fibreglass cloth application where the…
When Zhik’s design team created their Hydrovision adaptive hood and detachable visor as part of its Isotak X Offshore range for the Dongfeng Race Team, which won the last Volvo Ocean Race, no-one could have predicted how this innovation in…
With a diverse background in the marine industry, Lake Macquarie sailor Michael Babbage offers a unique service to clients around Australia, branching out from sail making to rigging supply and advising through his company, MEB Sail Design. Based at the…
Work has begun on a wooden boat project uniting modern construction and traditional methods and aiming to showcase the enduring appeal and relevance of the shipwright. In build at The Wooden Boat Centre in Franklin, Tasmania, the vessel, known as…
Expressions of Interest for Boats Afloat and Boats Ashore programs will open online on Friday 15 May 2020 at 9am AEST. Registrations will be accepted via the Australian Wooden Boat Festival website and will welcome local and interstate applications. Despite what Australia and…
In parts 1 & 2 we have explored the purchase and haul out of the World’s First TP52, a vessel we rescued from becoming scrap. When we last left the boat, it had been put back in the water without…
A 12-foot (3.66-metre) tender, designed by Andy Dovell, is currently under construction at the Mona Vale premises of wooden boat specialist, Col Bailey, director at Col Bailey Marine. As Col explains: “We're vacuuming down the rudder and centreboard blades, in…
Multihull Solutions has taken another step to keep cruising enthusiasts afloat during COVID-19 lockdowns with the launch of an innovative Webinar series. The series, accessible for free to all users on the Multihull Solutions website, presents weekly and fortnightly information…
The current health crisis spares nobody, and every single company is impacted to some degree. Initiated last year by the Arkema Group and the Lalou Multi team, the construction of the new Multi50 Arkema 4 in Verdon-sur-Mer has also felt…
Despite the current global economic situation Groupe Beneteau recently announced a healthy half-year set of accounts to weather the Covid 19 disruption. Sydney agency for the Beneteau range of yachts and its new release of Excess catamarans, Flagstaff Marine, was…
For everyone who’s practicing in the garden on their home made hiking benches or in dinghies in their jacuzzi, Zhik’s Powerpads 3 are the latest piece of fitness equipment to keep you hiking harder for longer. When we can get…
It was a huge relief finally to launch the new Dragonfly 40 Performance Cruiser and get it rigged up for its maiden voyage. The boat has been under development for more than two years, and thousands of man-hours have been…
While this headline may confuse, there is a free app that explains all. 'What3words' is intended to simplify the pinpointing of anyone, or anything, anywhere in the world. It is a location method enabling people around the world to identify and share…
Multihull Solutions has launched a virtual Boat Show, allowing buyers to inspect a large range of new and pre-owned catamarans and trimarans on its website. The concept was created in response to the restrictions boat buyers have experienced inspecting boats…
As featured in Part 1 of this blog series, we have purchased the World’s First TP52 originally known as J-Bird III. Due to the state of the boat, it is going through a full restoration and conversion to zero emissions….
The NEEL 47 trimaran has won a major international marine award being voted “Multihull of the Year” in the 40 to 50-foot category. The trimaran was declared the winner following nominations by Multihulls World magazine judges and the organisers of…
By Ian Thomson Welcome to a new series that will see us take you through the search, purchase and restoration of the world’s first TP52. For those that don’t know us, Annika and I are avid sailors and both commercial…
An impressive shipyard that covers 4300 square meters on a 10,000m2 parcel located right by the IJsselmeer. It’s the ultra-modern production facility where DNA Performance Sailing builds state-of-the-art multihulls for customers all over the world. Foiling multihulls. Because according to…
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