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After our recent feature on Valencia and the changes it is making within the superyacht industry it was an absolute pleasure to be invited by Valencia Tourism to experience the newly revamped Valencia Boatshow first hand. The last Boatshow in the Mediterranean calendar Valencia Boatshow is perfectly suited to welcome …

Next year’s Versilia Yachting Rendez-vous will be held from May 28-31 in Viareggio Dock. The organisers of the Versilia Yachting Rendez-vous have announced that next year’s edition will be held from May 28-31, taking up a more strategic position on the calendar of nautical-related events. VYR 2020 will also have …

Multihulls have competed in every edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 and for the first time in the history of the race, the 2020 edition is set to feature three equally matched 70ft carbon flyers. Argo, Maserati and PowerPlay have all confirmed their intention to be on the start line …

Italy’s yachting capital will stage the finish of the race in June 2022 The Italian city of Genoa has been chosen to host the grand finale of The Ocean Race 2021-22, marking the first time the fully-crewed, round-the-world yacht race will come to Italy. The news was announced on Monday …

Barcelona International Boat Show closes its most sustainable edition with attractive proposals for visitors and, in nautical terms, with the wind in its sails. Solar, electric or hybrid boats, swimsuits made from plastics collected from the sea or innovative initiatives to end the pollution of the marine environment were the …

A new 4,000-tonne capacity shiplift is currently being installed at the Genoa shipyard of Amico, one of the leading superyacht repair and refit companies in the Mediterranean. It is expected to start operating by around mid-October. The new lift is a key part of Amico’s near €30m expansion aimed at …

Nautipaints and Varador 2000 have signed an industrial collaboration agreement whereby the prestigious Mallorcan company who are specialists in painting superyachts establishes a new technical base at the Varador 2000 shipyard (Arenys de Mar / Barcelona). The agreement has been signed by the CEOs of the two companies: Toni Salom …

An upsurge of violent street crime is currently gripping the popular Spanish resort of Barcelona. A series of muggings, including the recent violent attack on a foreign diplomat has resulted in the United States embassy in Spain issuing a statement warning American nationals of the rise of violent crime in …

As this year’s entry reaches three-figures yet again, the island state is more than prepared for the annual ‘invasion’ that accompanies the Rolex Middle Sea Race. 2019 marks the 40th edition of this Mediterranean classic and the organiser, the Royal Malta Yacht Club, is excited by the depth and breadth of …

Karpaz Gate Marina in North Cyprus has retained its 5 Gold Anchor award following assessment from The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) in the UK. The internationally recognised industry accreditation officially endorses the marina’s standards of facilities, customer service, operational efficiency and commitment to the environment. “Karpaz Gate Marina staff work …