Category: Yachts
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Quadski, world’s first high-speed amphibian, to bring a new form of transportation
GIBBS Quadski – the world’s first high-speed amphibian The dream of two visionary entrepreneurs — Alan Gibbs and Neil Jenkins — the Quadski, the world’s first sports amphibian to operate at high speeds on both land and water, attracted crowds at major marine and powersports shows in the United States. Representing an “entirely new form of…
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From the gullwing to the powerboat: world’s fastest electric boat
Cigarette AMG Electric Drive Concept: The World’s Most Advanced Performance Boat – Electrified by AMG Mercedes-Benz teamed up with Cigarette Racing to create the world’s fastest electric boat. The latest collaboration between Cigarette and Mercedes AMG has produced a technology concept where a 38 Top Gun has been outfitted with a 2220 HP all electric…
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10 Heroes in boating and ocean advocacy
Yachtworld Heroes honoring individuals who inspire with their work in ocean advocacy and friendship with the sea YachtWorld, the world’s largest Internet yacht brokerage portal, recognized ten YachtWorld Heroes for their love of oceans and good work so they may inspire others. 2012 YachtWorld Heroes Awards is an international program honoring individuals who inspire with…
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Chris-Craft launches Carina 20
After the successful launch of three new boats in 2012, Chris-Craft, the legendary American boat brand founded in 1874, brings to the 2013 Miami International Boat Show (February 14-18) an entirely new version of luxury, in only twenty feet. The all-new 2013 Carina 20 is built with a vertical bow profile complete with stainless steel…
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America’s Cup focused on “Summer of Sailing”
America’s Cup Event Authority to Focus on “Summer of Sailing” In an effort to retain a sharp focus on the centerpiece of sailing’s most prestigious trophy, the America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA) will turn its full focus to San Francisco’s “Summer of Sailing,” starting with the Louis Vuitton Cup beginning July 4th and culminating with…
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Italy remains the world leader in yacht building
Large Yacht Orders Highlight 2013 Global Order Book from Boat International Media Statistics show a 44% increase in orders for the largest superyachts A total of 692 private yachts of 80 feet or more are under construction worldwide, and while that total shows an overall 5.2% decline from last year, statistics show a return to the business…