Project: Atlantis 48

A new model project for this successful company, the new Atlantis 48 follows similar exterior lines as shown for the bigger 55, and the 50 model as designed by Stefano Righini. This is a great project with lot of important novelties like Volvo IPS propulsion and an interior with four different option layouts. The first option choice would be a patio door separation for the upper saloon area, making this area a closed all weather space in a few seconds, instead of the standard open version. The other two options involve the lower deck area: with the standard being a two cabin with saloon and galley down below and the optional offering a third cabin, with double bunk beds and a smaller but functional galley to port side, in respect to starboard as for the standard two cabin version. Other important functions for the new Atlantis are the crystallized hard top and hydraulic bathing platform for tender launching. This soon to come model seems hitting the boxes of current sports cruiser trends, with a variety of interesting options that make her stand out from the competition and what will be hard to match in this size offer.

www.azimutyachts.com

New Model: Estensi 480 Maine

The new Estensi 480 Maine is a the latest comer of this alternative type of motor cruiser, and comes after the good success of the first model the 530, which showed the future path of a versatile, comfortable and economic to run that will be the Maine range of cruisers and yachts. Builder Estensi and designer Maurizio Zuccheri have done a great job by finding a niche in today's market and creating a cruiser with a perfect balance, offering slow economic displacement speeds but also planning ones when time is not on ones side, but still with very little horse power and therefore also less consumption levels. Apart this important advantage the Estensi Maine range is created in giving a comfortable all year round live aboard cruiser, with incredible spaces outside and inside that compare it to much bigger boats.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.80 m (48.5ft)

Hull Length - 12.10 m

Beam - 4.40 m

Draft - 1.35 m

Weight - 14.000 kg empty, 17.500 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 2000 l

Water Capacity - 600 l

Max Persons - 10

Engines - 2 x 370hp

Designer - Maurizio Zuccheri

Certification - CE A

www.cantieriestensi.it

Project: Salpa 50.5

The Salpa 50.5 project, is the new flagship for this Italian builder following the success the 38.5 Laver received since its presentation in 2003 and aiming to keep clients in the brand. The Neapolitan company renowned for building smaller sized boats and entry level sport cruiser with a good sea keeping quality thanks to hull design by Sony Levi, will aim with this new model to keep customers in the Salpa family. The new Salpa 50.5 will follow current trends in this size range, with Volvo IPS propulsion and a hardtop covered cockpit area which can be fully closed thanks to the patio door. The layout for the new flagship is a separated 2 level area with the upper deck for entertainment use and the lower deck reserved for the 3 cabins with spacious 2 heads, both featuring a separated shower area and a bidet.

www.salpa.com

New Model: Sealine 35 Sport

The new Sealine 35 Sport is based on the lines of the 35 SC presented in September but without the hardtop, allowing passengers and guests to enjoy outside open air environments to the fullest. Something new and unusual from the famous British builder, the 35 Sport is an open in its pure senses giving freedom to enjoy outside and sunny days to the fullest but without forgetting comfortable spacious areas. Spacious light with clean crisp lines offer a modern spacious interior, open and inviting giving elements that combine to create unexpected freedom in an innovative open sporty line. The new sporty Sealine looks at space in a whole new light featuring a wider beam to the competition accentuating the cockpit experience making it open, friendly and inviting.
Technical Data:
LOA - 10.82 m (35.5ft)
Beam - 3.70 m
Draft - 0.95 m
Accommodation - 5 berths in 2 cabins
Fuel Capacity - 750 l
Water Capacity - 210 l
Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 225 hp, 260 hp, 300 hp
Speeds - max 36 knots, cruising 33 knots with D4s 300hp

www.sealine.com

Project: Viking 50 Convertible

The new Viking 50 Convertible is sure to have broad appeal to both tournament fishermen and cruising yachtsmen. Like all new Vikings, the idea to build a 50 Convertible started with a clean sheet of paper and hundreds of ideas from the design department and tournament fishing teams. That form clearly drives function with this new model and is evident in its breathtaking sheer line. The stem is raked aggressively to slice through head seas for a comfortable ride offshore. The foredeck, the black-masked deckhouse and cockpit are tastefully proportioned, and with a custom designed Palm Beach Towers tuna tower and aft rail rocket launcher, its sleek profile is elegant yet stalwart. The salon showcase is of discerning design. Entered through a sliding fiberglass door from the cockpit, the rich teak joinery with a choice of high gloss or satin finish and plush designer furnishings provide a most welcome retreat for relaxing and entertaining. A walk-through galley with a convenient Corian-topped island and a pair of bar stools serves as the focal point. To port, an inviting L-shaped lounge with stowage below is accented with a convenient teak cocktail table, while forward the dinette seats four comfortably. Cool air flows from concealed registers behind the valances for better distribution and a home-theater entertainment system features a 37-inch flat screen television. The three-stateroom, two-head layout offers generous comfort and privacy for six. In the master stateroom there is a queen-sized walk around berth with an upholstered head board, mattress and lift top, which exposes plenty of stowage below, reading lights, a large maple-lined hanging locker and an entertainment system. The privately accessed head has Amtico vinyl flooring, a teak-faced Corian counter with built-in sink, a fiberglass shower stall with seat and an electric MSD. Port and forward guest staterooms each offer the flexibility of upper and lower berths and share the second head. A laundry center is located adjacent to the companionway steps. The cockpit, featuring 132 square-feet of usable space is packed with every element you need to take your place in the Winner’s Circle. Viking’s popular observation mezzanine creates two distinct cockpit areas, which allows the crew freedom to move about in the lower area for fishing, while providing guests an unobstructed view of the action. The mezzanine also benefits from shade and spray protection thanks to the flying bridge overhang. Built into the mezzanine are tackle stowage, an under-mounted bait freezer and engineroom access. For added convenience, an insulated cool box for drinks is built into the salon step. Standard power is MAN CRM 1,100 mhp diesels and with a standard fuel load will provide 32 knot cruise speeds and a top end of 36 knots depending upon prevailing conditions and the sea state. An optional power package with MAN CRM 1,360 mhp engines also is available to increase the cruise speed to 36 knots and to provide a top end of 40 knots depending upon load and existing conditions. Tanks are mounted low to maintain the boat’s center of gravity and are fiber glassed into place to contribute additional strength to the hull structure.

www.vikingyachts.com

Boat Show - Naples 2008 Preview

The 39th edition of the Nauticsud in Naples, Italy comes at the end of the Winter season and on the heels of the much waited Spring time. In the last five years, since Lino Ferrara took the leadership of the show, Nauticsud has concentrated its energy to renovate and increase the berthing space in Naples and all Campania region, to make and give this scenery the deserved prime position in the yachting services on offer. This years edition continues to deal with the berthing problems but also promotes the awareness regarding lack of qualified crew in the Mediterranean and the theme of an efficient after sales service. The trend shown in the Nautical sector in Italy, but also globally continues the double digit growth and the Naples show follows this trend with an expected 9% increase in visitors, estimated at around 150.000. Of the same value, 9% the increase in exhibitors and the water display, has a 10% in more space featuring the renowned Italian and international builders, displaying the latest novelties from small tenders, runabouts up to big 100 feet plus superyachts. World first preview at the show is the much waited new Rizzardi 55 Incredible, having had the privilege to view this build in its construction process, this will be one of the top runners in the 17 metre open hard top category in the next seasons to come. The show starts Saturday 8 March and finishes on Sunday 16 March, what is nine days for the passionate boaters to visit the Nauticsud and the renowned places in the area.

www.nauticsud.info

New Model: Cranchi 36 Zaffiro

Cranchi, famous Italian builder with a high tradition of quality in the medium size sports cruiser segment presents the much expected new model, the 36 Zaffiro, flagship of the Cranchi Master Cruiser line. The new 36 Zaffiro is a family sports cruiser created around maximum comfort, making life onboard a pleasant one. The new Master Cruiser exterior lines, are of a classic sober design, without taking nothing from the interior space giving the owner and his guests the best use of space, in a more minimal squarish design approach. Cranchi is renowned for the success of its models, which feature a good finished product, top attention to detail and also a very competitive price which is sure the new 36 Zaffiro will have part of it's DNA.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.71 m (38.4 ft)

Waterline Length - 8.15 m

Beam - 3.88 m

Draft - 1.00 m

Weight - 6480 kg

Fuel Capacity - 600 l

Water Capacity - 190 l

Max Persons - 12

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4EVC 260hp, D4EVC 300hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPH stern drive

Speed - 35 knots cruising, 29 knots cruising

Range - 255 nm, 9 hours

Project - Aldo Cranchi hull, Cranchi Research Development Department

Certification - CE B

www.cranchi.it

Projects: WallyPower 64, WallyPower 90, WallyPower 55 m, WallyPower 70 m, WallyIsland

The WallyPower line gets larger: the new 64 is the latest model introduced to widen the range of the successful motor boat designs developed by Wally. This 19-meter yacht represents the transition between the WallyTender and larger WallyPower yachts. She fully exploits the WallyPower line concept to integrate design and function, combining large interior volumes with high performance, sea keeping, and wide open air areas. The forward deck is developed to safely enjoy this sunbathing and social area. The glass superstructure, a unique and distinctive feature of the Wallypower line, offers shelter and protection to the cockpit living area, and can be closed by the aft folding door. Under the glass superstructure, the navigation and driving control station is to starboard. The central social area features to starboard a 6-8 people dining table and to port a lounge with a coffee table that can be converted into a second large dining table. Aft is the sunbathing pad with cushions. Three options of the interior layout are available, that differ for the number and type of cabins. All the cabins of the three versions have en-suites. The 2-cabin layout features the owner’s suite aft and the VIP stateroom forward. The owner’s en-suite is the same size of that of the 118 WallyPower owner’s. The 3-cabin layout 01 has the owner’s stateroom forward, and two identical guest double cabins aft. The 3-cabin layout 02 features the large owner’s stateroom forward, one guest double cabin with queen size bed and one guest double cabin with bunks aft. This version perfectly meets the requirements of families with children. All the three layouts feature the galley amidships to starboard, and the crew double cabin with en-suite at the forward end with direct access from the deck. The interior design and styling vary according to the configuration: offering a selection of different styles, each one featuring specific combinations of wood veneers, lacquered woods, metals, fabrics, colours, and details. As a result, each WallyPower reflects the client personality. All the styles are contemporary and perfectly integrated into the overall design. The propulsion system comes into two versions that differ for the engine type and power. The standard equipment provides two MAN 1,360 Hp for a max speed of 43 knots, the optional equipment offers two MAN 1,550 Hp providing over 50 knots of max speed. Both engine types drive KaMeWa water-jets and provide 300-mile range at cruising speed. The first two units of the new WallyPower 64 model are currently under construction in Fano, Italy with the delivery scheduled in May and in June 2008 for the number 1 and the number 2 respectively. The production schedule for the new WallyPower model is of six units per year starting from October 2008, with five units ready to be delivered before the summer 2009. A new facility is being set up by Wally in the Fano area, dedicated to the WallyPower line, and it’ll be operational in the summer. The project for the WallyPower 90 sits in between the 70 model which is now in it's second generation phase and the first model for this fantastic line up of power yachts the 118. The project of the 90 is based on the lines of the latest 70 2007 model and will be available in 3 or 4 cabin version. Superior performance of 40 knots with a pair of 2 x 2400 hp MTUs is estimated along with a seaworthy ride certified by RINA class standards. The 55m WallyPower developed by WallyDesign© department, is a mega yacht characterised by the displacement hull that derives from the navy hydrodynamic technology. Little information have been passed about this important Super Yacht project from Wally, with a length of 70 metres and with lines following the first unit of the WallyPower line, the 118, but in double the size. WallyIsland is a mega yacht of 99 metres in size with all the comforts and amenities to live onboard full time, that is completely independent and self-sufficient, and features improved nautical characteristics compared to those of similar size yachts.

www.wally.com

Class 1 - Victory Double In Qatar, Qatar 96 & Negotiator 50 Crash

Reigning Class 1 World Powerboat Champion Arif Saif Al Zafeen made the perfect start to the defence of his title, winning the Qatar Grand Prix, the opening round of the Class 1 World Powerboat Championship, in an emphatic manner. Partnered by throttleman, Nadir bin Hendi, the Victory 1 duo led for the majority of the 20-lap, 95.60Nm race to win by more than 26 seconds from Qatar 96. Third home, some two minutes further adrift were Victory Team Victory 7. For Victory 1 it was a flawless display after qualifying in Pole Position in what was their first Grand Prix together. Despite being beaten in the race to the first turn by Norway’s Jotun, the Dubai pairing took advantage of their superior set-up to storm past the Norwegians mid-way through the first lap. Despite early pressure from Qatar 95, the Victory 1 crew was never seriously challenged and enjoyed a trouble-free run to the chequered flag. For throttleman Bin Hendi it was a perfect start to his partnership with defending champion Al Zafeen. With twenty points in the bag from the first round of the eight-race series, the Victory 1 crew lead the standings, but they will be well aware of the threat they face this season from runner-up Qatar 96. After surviving a high-speed crash that all but destroyed their boat Qatar 96, during the previous day’s Edox Pole Position, Qatar were forced to turn to their spare boat, powered by Mercury V8 power-plants as opposed to the Skema V12s of their original boat. And second place just 24 hours after being pulled from Doha Bay is more than they could have expected, or hoped for. Equally delighted with third place was Victory 7 Jean-Marc Sanchez, the man who partnered Al Zafeen to the World and European crowns in 2007. With rookie driver Abdullah Al Mehairbi, Sanchez battled trim and engine trouble to stay in the hunt long enough to take third. Less fortunate was the Anglo-Norwegian pairing of Negotiator. Although both men escaped relatively unscathed from their upturned raceboat, 2005 World Champion Eker was taken away on a stretcher and treated for racing fuel in his eyes. It was a disappointing end for Parsonage and Eker who were running in third place and on course for a podium finish, when Negotiator mysteriously lost power, hooked and then rolled on lap 17 of 20. There was equal frustration and disappointment for Qatar 95, who, after passing Jotun on lap two to move into second place, settled into a comfortable rhythm and for the next thirteen laps a podium had looked certain, until an engine problem forced them to slow and lose places, eventually finishing in fourth place.

Foresti & Sguardi 8 looks satisfied with the weekend’s finsh after dragging every ounce of performance out of their number two boat to achieve an excellent result, of a precious fifth place. SeveneleveN running in their Michael Peters-designed Victory hull for the first time, and in only their third race produced an impressive showing taking sixth place. But for Jotun 90 this was bitter disappointment. After running in third place for nine laps, a gearbox problem ended their hopes on lap 12. The 2008 Class 1 World Powerboat Championship now heads to Europe for round two and the Montenegrin Grand Prix in Budva on Sunday, 25 May.
Qatar Grand Prix – round 1
1. Victory 1 – A Al Zafeen (UAE) / N Bin Hendi (UAE) 
2. Qatar 96 - H Al-Thani (Qatar) / S Curtis (England) + 00.26,86
3. Victory 7 – A Al Mehairbi (UAE) / JM Sanchez (France) + 02.32,59
4. Qatar 95 - A Al-Sulaiti (Qatar) / Matteo Nicolini (Italy) + 1 lap
5. Foresti & Suardi 8 – K Selmer (Norway) / G Montavoci (Italy) + 2 laps
6. SeveneleveN 18 - G Manuzzi (Italy) / N Giorgi (Italy) + 3 laps
7. Negotiator 50 - B Eker (Norway) / C Parsonage (England) + 4 laps
8. Jotun 90 - B Jacobsen (Norway) / J Tandberg (Norway) – dnf

www.class-1.com

Monthly News - February 2008

- pic of the month - Ferretti 40 Anniversary

Aicon Adds Two New Executives

Aicon, an Italian Group based in Messina specializing in the design, construction and sale of luxury motoryachts and megayachts, would like to announce the presence of two new managers on its team: Fabrizio Pisciotta, Sales Director for the EMEA and ASIA-PACIFIC areas of Aicon S.p.A. and CEO of Aicon Yacht Europe Srl and Anton Andrea Speciale, CEO of Aicon Yachts Americas LLC.


Azimut Shows 10% Growth In Miami

The Italian company confirms its leadership with orders for over $50 million in just five days at the Boat Show. The Miami Boat Show, was another big success for Azimut Yachts, the world-leading luxury yacht company. It was the 25th straight year that the Italian yacht builder was present at this important international event. At a time when the American yacht market is suffering a 3 percent contraction in the reference segment for Azimut Yachts, i.e. from 40’ to 80’ (lengths of 12-24m), the Italian company shows 10 percent growth. Azimut Yachts exhibited 12 boats in Miami, from the smallest Azimut, the 43Plus, presented here in world preview, to the company’s flagship, the Azimut 116. “Vivere”, the 35m megayacht built in the Viareggio yard to the exacting and detailed specifications dictated by the demanding and knowledgeable owner, was launched a few months ago in Manhattan beneath the Statue of Liberty.


Bruno Abbate Primatist First 2008 Quarter Success

Bruno Abbate Primatist is consolidating is prime position in the international market, thanks to an excellent strategy that is showing itself the much desired successful results. The first 2008 quarter, in fact shows a + 35% for the boats ordered and a +37% respect to the same period for 2007. Important economic data reflecting the values that the new Arbatax site is having, now delivering its first finished boats for the prestigious brand. The Arbatax plant now offers Bruno Abbate the possibility to do the whole production cycle in a single area of 45.000 squared meters and a structure of 15.000, featuring latest high technology and quality equipment in order to give the best product available in the market.


Canados Announces New CEO

Canados, the Italian luxury motor yacht manufacturer and shipyard based in Ostia, Rome, is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Pagnoni as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company. He will be responsible for continuing the strategy of growing the company and the brand, both domestically and internationally. Daniel Pagnoni, 46 is an Italian national with a cosmopolitan background, who was most recently Senior Vice President and Global Category Officer, in Reckitt Benckiser, with operations in over 60 countries and market capitalization of approx. US $ 40 billion. He previously worked for Procter & Gamble and has a Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from Louisiana State University, USA.


Cerri Cantieri Navali New Building Yard

This young but very prolific builder completes its new yard the coming April after a year of hard work. The new space will have double building capacity compared to what it is at the moment, with space for up to 6 constructions together, divided for three 86 models, two for the upcoming 102 FlyingSport model and an area for a single build of 120feet, showing the future ambitions for Cerri. The new Cerri shipyard area will also have a new offices area, small hotel featuring 3 luxury fully fitted rooms for captains or special guests and also feature unheard standards for the workers with a luxury restaurant, swimming pool and gym all available for there use, showing special respect to the Cerri working team.


CNL Admiral Stars in the St. Moritz White Turf 2008

The renowned White Turf, known throughout the world as championship races on snow, is an important annual international meet staged in St. Moritz on the first three Sundays of February. Since 1907, these horse races on the frozen lake have been an established tradition that sees noble thoroughbreds coming from all over Europe and international jockeys, offering an unparalleled social and sporting event, made even more unique by the majestic landscape of the Upper Engadine. Spread over 130,000 square meters, the frozen lake area accommodates the horse track, the 2,400-seat grandstands, and the elegant marquee, which includes refreshment stalls and the VIP tent, where figures from Europe’s cultural, economic, and political world congregate. CNL, as the leading company in the construction of alloy planning maxi yachts from 32 to 44 meters in length, with its Admiral brand, and renowned in the mega yacht world, chose to sponsor a White Turf race on the second Sunday of the meeting, highlighting Admiral Yacht Grand Prix along with the trotting race. The Admiral Yacht Grand Prix was particularly spectacular: it was an 1800 meter trotting race equaling a lap and a half of the track on a frozen surface, which is not a simple thing for a horse to accomplish. Special shoeing enabled thoroughbreds to move with agility even on such difficult ground, and sulkies were equipped with special skids in place of wheels. Melvin was the winner, a splendid thoroughbred driven by a woman, Evelyne Fankhausen. At the Award Ceremony, the young, visibly stirred victor received the Admiral trophy from the hands of Laura Ceccarelli, CNL vice president, and Francesco Ceccarelli, general director. Melvin’s owner and trainer were awarded a prize, while the horse received an elegant white shawl with Admiral Logo that was draped across its hindquarters by the Ceccarellis. Sport, fun, plenty of glamour and a company CNL Admiral, that is always able to astonish and inspire passion. The next Admiral Grand Prix at White Turf is set for next year.


Ferretti 40 Years Anniversary

The Ferretti story began in 1968, when brothers Alessandro and Norberto Ferretti established their naval yard. It's an experience crowned by the achievement of extraordinary goals, created with passion, farsightedness and professionalism. These values have led the Ferretti Group to become what is today an international icon of Made in Italy luxury. In 2008 Ferretti celebrates the 40th anniversary of its foundation with a packed calendar of dates involving clients, the media, yards and local communities on an international level. Along with a number of special projects to be revealed in the second part of the year, 2008 will offer two main events. The first, next April, is "Privilege Days", an event dedicated to Owners of Ferretti yachts. On this occasion it will take place at a symbolic location for the yard, Cattolica, where is located the production site of the most prestigious models of the Ferretti Yachts fleet. On these special "Privilege Days" the Marina Nuova at Cattolica will host the entire Ferretti Yachts, Mochi Craft and Custom Line fleet, all completely open to visit for clients and prospects, offering them two unique, unforgettable days to experience the excellence Ferretti. The climax of the event is an exclusive dinner party for a limited number of guests at the Horses Riviera Resort. The end of the nautical year will be marked by a prestigious, internationally significant event: Ferretti is to celebrate its 40th anniversary with a unique performance, a private concert at The Teatro alla Scala in Milan dedicated to all those who have experienced, shared and contributed to the Company's success. Finally, a special celebratory logo has been created for all the activities involved in this exceptional occasion.


Ferretti Custom Line Revealed In New Video

Ferretti Custom Line the shipyard part of Ferretti Group and international leader in the production of composite maxi yachts between 26 and 34 metres, expresses its essence through the elegance and majesty of a new institutional film, blending images of its yachts with depictions of its Owners’ lifestyles. The film made by the Terminal production house was shot in 16mm in different Italian locations, from the Tuscan countryside to the Adriatic coast, the eternal grandeur of Rome, and the baroque interiors of the elegant villa de Vergers in Rimini. The unique quality that unifies these diverse settings is the personality of the Ferretti Custom Line Owner the real protagonist, together with the yachts that embody the fulfilment of a dream. Scenes from Owners’ lives are combined with cruising sequences where the details of the Ferretti Custom Line maxi yachts, are reflected in the expressions of protagonists, communicating awareness of themselves and their desires, distinctive style and refinement is revealed. According to the film director, Tiziano Campolmi, the Owner plays an active role in creating the beauty of his Ferretti Custom Line yacht, allowing it to become a breathtaking expression of his personality. The parallel with an oldtime tailor’s workshop is especially evocative; Ferretti Custom Line is like a tailor made suit for the Owner. Every model becomes a true masterpiece of uniqueness through its attention to detail, excellent quality, and the contribution of skilled master craftsmen. The outstanding Ferretti Custom Line maxi yachts are semicustomised, a unique feature of excellence. An architect from the shipyard meets with the owner, during the ship building process, to discuss several customization possibilities. All the parts not directly related to the yacht’s structure, starting from the décor, furniture precious woods, leathers, and fabrics, to furnishing complements can be selected amongst a wide array of choices, thanks to collaborations with the best Italian companies. The music of Pietro Mascagni’s “Cavalleria Rusticana”, create a background which produced a perfect blend between the uniqueness of Ferretti Custom Line maxi yachts, and the reliability, technology and prestige of the Ferretti Group. The video is online on the website homepage.


Fiart Mare Owners Di Luggo Family Extends Managing

From January 2008 on the family di Luggo, main shareholder of Fiart Mare, entered more directly in the management of the company. The Knight of work Ruggiero di Luggo stays president while Giancarlo di Luggo became CEO, together with Annalaura di Luggo as advising director for the commercial and marketing department. In fact, Giancarlo di Luggo will manage the company after years of managing experience in the financial and real estate business and replaces Fabrizio Brancaccio who remains in the board of directors as an adviser. The new managing director, 41 years old, married and father of 3 children, graduated with the maximum grades in Economy and Business at the University Federico II of Naples. For more than 15 years he has been running the real estate branch and constructions of the group Fiart Cantieri Italiani and LDB, companies of which he is the actual managing director. Today he accepts the challenge to contribute to the expansion of Fiart Mare, with the intention of being a breath of fresh to the company’s philosophy. He is carrying out this task by focusing on the distinctive characteristics of the company and the high quality of the product and concentrating decisively on the technology and the design of the range of products.


Riva At La Bella Machina 2008

Jet Aviation Palm Beach and Cavallino Classic magazine hosted their 7th annual La Bella Macchina event on January 25th, 2008. The event was a private cocktail reception and celebration of Ferraris, private aircraft, yachts and other rarities of life. More than 75 new, classic and vintage Ferraris were on display, including some rare editions, and this year boasted the introduction of the Ferrari 599 GTB for the first time in South Florida. Among the other luxury brands partners of the event, Riva put at disposal of the attendees an exemplar of Aquariva. Guests, among whom hundreds of Ferrari owners, Palm Beach and New York socialites and premier business people, had the chance to admire and to tour the Riva 33 footer that, thanks to its pure and elegant design, is already considered a classic from worldwide collectors.


Sealine Lifestyle Magazine

Sealine International is delighted to announce the appointment of Seascape Media as the official publishers of its biannual customer magazine. Designed to capture the personality of the Sealine brand and to reflect the lifestyle associated with owning a luxury motorboat, the new ‘Sealine Magazine’, which replaces the former ‘Instinct’ publication, will be a glossy lifestyle title. It will include features on a wide range of subjects from inspirational real life adventures, on board living to beautiful cruising destinations. It will be published in March and September and has exclusive distribution rights via the company’s dealer network and at international boat shows. It will also be distributed direct to Sealine owners in the UK.


Sunseeker Helps Starlight Children Foundation & CLIC Charity

The Sunseeker Charitable Thrust was delighted to presenting two separate cheques to both the Starlight Children Foundation and CLIC Sargent (Caring for Children with Cancer) at the London Boat Show on 20th January. The Thrust has contributed 50.000 UK Pound to both institutes in order to support a worthwhile cause and help make a difference.


Viking VIP Preview

Viking’s 11th Annual VIP Boat Show Preview held February 1-2, 2008 at the Viking Yacht Service Center in Riviera Beach, Florida, attracted a crowd of 600 enthusiastic Viking owners and friends. Beautiful weather abounded as an impressive fleet of new Viking yachts ruled the seas during two days of nonstop sea trials. For many of the attendees, the event marked their initial viewing of the Viking 60 Convertible, the Viking 60 Enclosed Bridge Convertible and the spectacular new Viking 50 Convertible. The VIP Preview takes place just prior to the Miami Boat Show and showcases the entire Viking product line from 45 to 74 feet, as well as the superb Service Center facility. In addition, we invite a select group of important Viking vendors and suppliers to participate. They provide a boat show like environment with informative displays of marine equipment, engines, accessories and other services. This year’s event also marked the opening of the nearby Viking International Yacht Center, an expansive waterfront facility that has become the new home for Palm Beach Towers and Atlantic Marine Electronics.