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UltraSystem PowerPlus launched by Ultrasonic Antifouling

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Ultrasonic Antifouling has launched the UltraSystem PowerPlus
Ultrasonic Antifouling has launched the UltraSystem PowerPlus

Ultrasonic Antifouling Limited, market leaders and pioneers of the original hull and sea chest clearing technology, has launched the UltraSystem PowerPlus.

The PowerPlus – which is the latest development in the company’s ‘Ultra’ Series – is the result of 3 years of research, development and comprehensive testing and is twice as powerful as the Series II which has been the company’s flagship product for the past 5 years. The new product has been specifically designed with larger yachts and superyachts in mind.

The PowerPlus combines ultrasonic antifouling’s intelligent and unique software with their advanced digital control program (ADCP) to deliver a higher concentration of ultrasound. This prevents bio-fouling on hulls and sea chests, increasing performance whilst at the same time monitoring temperature, voltage and output loads. PowerPlus uses a wide range of key frequencies between 20 and 140 KHz, which is unique to the UltraSystem, and utilises high quality 50w multi-frequency mounted piezoelectric crystal transducers.

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Research shows rising revenues and jobs growth in the British superyacht sector

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Research shows rising revenues and jobs growth in the British superyacht sector
Research shows rising revenues and jobs growth in the British superyacht sector

New industry statistics released by industry trade body Superyacht UK, show that their is  rising revenues and jobs growth in the British superyacht sector. The research, for the year 2014/15, is launched as global visitors travel to watch British companies showcase their best at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.

The key findings include:
Industry revenue has grown by +10.2% year-on-year, to £542 million
48% of those surveyed reported an increase in profits
The sector now contributes £304 million in GVA to UK GDP
An increase in demand has also led to an increase in work load, full time jobs and more valuable order books:

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New PYC compliant glass for superyachts developed by Glass Deco

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Glass Deco has developed new PYC compliant glass for superyachts
Glass Deco has developed new PYC compliant glass for superyachts

In response to increasingly demanding fire safety and fuel economy rules present within the superyacht industry, Glass Deco has announced a new compliant, weight-saving glass development. The new, patented lamination method meets the new fire requirements as laid down in the Passenger Yacht Code (PYC) and IMO regulation.

In addition, the European glass manufacturer has also announced the development of various techniques to save weight with the use of ultrathin glass; an advanced technique that the business states will be welcomed within the superyacht industry to compensate for the increasing popularity and weight of intricate glass design on board.

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First zero emission luxury yacht unveiled by Solarwave Yachts

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Solarwave Yachts and NEDSHIP have collaborated to create what they claim is the first emissions free luxury yacht
Solarwave Yachts and NEDSHIP have collaborated to create what they claim is the first emissions free luxury yacht

What is claimed to be the first emission free yacht by Solarwave Yachts is nearing completion. NEDSHIP and Solarwave Yachts have announced details of their exciting new 62′ concept.

The collaborative result of the working development of NEDSHIP on zero emission 60ft (18.82m) passenger boats, plus four years of work by Michael Köhler on the power system on a smaller prototype, makes this advanced yacht concept the first real zero emission and consumption vessel.

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Palmer Johnson Yachts to move manufacturing to the Netherlands

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Palmer Johnson Yachts has signalled its intention to close its American yard and to transfer manufacturing to the Netherlands
Palmer Johnson Yachts has signalled its intention to close its American yard and to transfer manufacturing to the Netherlands

In an official statement, American superyacht builder, Palmer Johnson Yachts has announced their plans to relocate their manufacturing facilities to the Netherlands, confirming that their American facility will close its doors by the end of October with the loss of 100 jobs.

The relocation of the Palmer Johnson facility comes as part of the yard’s strategic plan to increase its production of the new carbon SuperSport series. Declining sales and escalating offshore competition also contributed to the closure of the Sturgeon Bay shipyard.

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Ferretti Group launches first Custom Line 108’ superyacht

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The Ferretti Group has announced the launch of their latest addition to the Custom Line series
The Ferretti Group has announced the launch of their latest addition to the Custom Line series

The Ferretti Group has announced the launch of their latest addition to the Custom Line series: the very first 108.

Launched at the Ferretti shipyard facility in La Spezia, Italy a few days ago, the yard will spend the next few days completing the interior outfitting of the yacht and testing her engineering systems on the water. Once these tests are completed, the yacht will be delivered to her new owner in a private ceremony.

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New 50m MAKO superyacht unveiled by ThirtyC

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ThirtyC has revealed its dramatic looking exterior for its 50M yacht ‘MAKO’
ThirtyC has revealed its dramatic looking exterior for its 50M yacht ‘MAKO’

The 50M yacht ‘MAKO’ Exterior is being developed by ThirtyC Design, in partnership with Baldwin Harris for the interior and what a beauty she looks too. The collaboration between the studios aims to provide a coherent balance between the dramatic exterior, focusing on large areas of glass and entertaining spaces with the cool contemporary, yet relaxed interior blending seamlessly throughout.

The bold statement area of glass forwards by ThirtyC provides a full height floor to ceiling outlook, flooding the space with light, and bringing the feel of the ocean on board.

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JL Audio to design ultimate sound system for Glider Yachts

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The new SS18 sports yacht by Glider Yachts will be fitted with audio equipment designed and supplied by JL Audio
The new SS18 sports yacht by Glider Yachts will be fitted with audio equipment designed and supplied by JL Audio

Glider Yachts Limited, a new British luxury yacht manufacturer, has announced that JL Audio UK will be its exclusive audio partner. In its first project JL Audio has designed the ultimate sound system for Glider Yachts’ SS18 sports yacht, enabling its passengers and crew to enjoy premium quality audio as they glide over the waves in supreme luxury.

Glider Yachts’ pre-production model is currently in build at Burgess Marine, Trafalgar Wharf, Portchester UK and will be launched at the Monaco Yacht Show this September, where exclusively invited visitors will be able to experience the amazing quality of its JL Audio sound system first hand.

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Gibraltar superyacht industry gets a welcome boost

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The Gibraltar superyacht industry has received a massive boost with the anouncement of two proposed new marina developments
The Gibraltar superyacht industry has received a massive boost with the anouncement of two proposed new marina developments

The Gibraltar superyacht industry is revelling in the news that there are two proposed new superyacht marinas coming to the area. This news will surely increase the popularity for Gibraltar as a superyacht destination.

The first announcement came as Ocean Village’s proposed superyacht marina project and 102 waterside apartments was granted outline planning permission by the Development and Planning Commission. This decision represents a landmark victory for Ocean Village who have been strongly advocating the need for expansion in the marina’s current superyacht facilities due to the fast growing number of superyachts calling at Gibraltar.

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DYT Yacht Transport schedules its largest yacht carrier for trip to South Pacific

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DYT Yacht Transport schedules its largest yacht carrier for trip to South Pacific
DYT Yacht Transport schedules its largest yacht carrier for trip to South Pacific

New policies making it easier for foreign flagged vessels to explore the coastlines of Australia have inspired DYT Yacht Transport to schedule its largest semi-submersible yacht carrier, the 686-foot (209-metre) Yacht Express, to deliver yachts to the South Pacific. The trip coordinates with the end of the Mediterranean charter season, starting in Genoa (Italy) in November to accommodate private luxury yachts and charter vessels departing from the Mediterranean Sea. Operating with its unique float-on/float-off method, the ship will make additional port calls in the Caribbean, Florida, Costa Rica, and Tahiti before arriving in Sydney and Auckland by the end of January.

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Surveying large crewed yachts

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Surveying large crewed yachts requires a different skill set to the norm argues Phil Duffy
Surveying large crewed yachts requires a different skill set to the norm argues Phil Duffy

Article by Phil Duffy MIIMS
Principal Surveyor at Interface Marine Yacht and Boat Surveyors France

The focus of this article is on the process and the logistics involved in surveying large crewed yachts, rather than on the practicalities of the survey. The areas of inspection are basically the same as on any pre purchase survey, albeit larger and with regard to machinery systems can be more technically involved, the time frame of course is much longer.

One question I often get asked is how to get the business, or how to make the jump from surveying small pleasure craft to larger vessels…. As always, the client will need to trust your ability to carry out the job, and for that you will need to prove your track record with references etc. It can be a chicken and egg situation, unless you have worked for one of the larger surveying companies or are able to assist on some large yacht surveys and gain an insight that way. In my case it was quite an easy transition, as during my career at sea I have held both Engineer and Captain Positions of large yachts.

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Largest ever superyacht concept, Double Century, is unveiled

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Australian superyacht designer, Christopher Seymour, has revealed his latest creation entitled Double Century which at 200m long is 20m longer than the Azzam built by Lurssen and boasts a cool price tag of 699 million euros
Australian superyacht designer, Christopher Seymour, has revealed his latest creation entitled Double Century which at 200m long is 20m longer than the Azzam built by Lurssen and boasts a cool price tag of 699 million euros

Superyacht designer, Christopher Seymour, has revealed his latest creation entitled Double Century. At 200m, Double Century would become the laregst superyacht in the world if she is built – some 20 metres longer than Lurssen’s Azzam.

Working together with Florida based brokers 4Yacht to market and promote the concept and project, Seymour has set out to create a design that would be an evolution of the gigayacht. Achieving a sleek design that doesn’t result in an aesthetic more in line with a cruise ship is not an easy task. Nevertheless, Seymour has managed to create a sleek exterior despite having nine decks and stretching 27m above the waterline.

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