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Interested in a super catamaran with a speed potential of over 32 knots and effortless cruising at 20 knots, in supreme yacht comfort and safety?Multihull expert Gregor Tarjan, founder of Aeroyacht International, and renowned designer Pete Melvin sat down together…
Members of he Pendragon Sailing Team from North America recently flew to New Zealand for the launching of Pendragon VI, a new Davidson 69. Designer Laurie Davidson worked alongside a design team from Dibley Marine, an NZ-based naval architecture firm….
The new Salperton handed over last week has been designed and built for even better sailing performance and long range cruising. She is 45 metres long with a 61 metre Southern Spars rig including Future Fibres PBO rigging. She has…
New for 2010, this 17.80m flagship of the Jeanneau range holds an unequalled top of the range position in the large yacht category. The standard of finish is exceptional. The combination of elegant hull, innovative feel to the deck plan…
Instead of staff layoffs, leading marine electrical systems supplier, Outback Marine, has tackled the economic downturn head on – moving to more economically viable premises so each of its valued employees keeps their job. In a reverse of what is…
Designed to meet the most stringent requirements onboard commercial vessels, the next generation Simrad MX510/512 professional navigation system is now available to the megayacht market, providing the ultimate in navigational accuracy. The Simrad MX510 is a two-serial port control and…
It's a long time till Christmas, but this could be the solution for the sailor who has everything – a new steering wheel. According to a media release received by mysailing.com.au, we can now buy the same wheels as used in…
NSY are once again able to offer potential Vendors marketing exposure at the Sydney show via their brokerage display. Set to run for 5 days from Thursday 30th July, NSY would be delighted to discuss the advantage of a listing…
12 superyachts meet for a weekend of pursuit racing in the beautiful Bay of Palma de Mallorca Spain. Senso one, Ranger, Ganesha, Kalikobass 2 and more were all there for this spectacular occasion. www.acquafilms.com www.slamanz.com WATCH VIDEO BELOW… You need…
nternational Paint announces the release of Trilux® antifouling to the Australian market. Trilux® offers protection in medium fouling conditions where a hard, scrubbable antifouling is required. It is suitable for all substrates including aluminium and comes in four colours –…
In a recent visit to the X-Yachts factory in Denmark, Bob Mulkearns (MD of North South Yachting) was impressed by the strength and strategy of the prestigious Danish manufacturer: “Considering the economic hardship stories prevalent in the marine industry, X-Yachts…
Following Seawind's growing presence in the southern states of Australia, the company is pleased to announce Terry Jones as the new Seawind distributor for Victoria, covering popular sailing destinations such as Port Phillip Bay and the Gippsland Lakes. Terry is…
Speedlink, the new trigger snap shackle is ultra lightweight has an excellent weight /performance ratio. It has an easily controlled opening and excellent working and breaking loads. Speedlink was developed using finite element analysis software and has an optimised design. Its…
Storm Performance is proud to announce their appointment as the Australasiandistributor for Dubarry of Ireland, the famous Irish Lifestyle brand. Dubarry's success with footwear is not limited to just deck shoes. It has recentlyadded a casual clothing line to its…
Continuing to do what it does best, producing well-mannered and equipped cruisers, Bavaria has once again hit the spot with its new 38, reports Kevin Green. The revamped range of cruisers from the southern German yard of Bavaria has produced a…
Bavaria goes upmarket with the new Vision 40, 44 and 50, reports Bob Ross. Bavaria's new Vision series of deck saloon yachts emphasises outdoor as well as indoor comfort, which should appeal to Australian cruisers and cruiser/racers. The Vision 40,…
2007 BOATS The European boat shows of recent months have showcased a mass of innovative new yachts. Expect many of these to be heading to the Australian market through 2007. The French, German and Swedish builders have all added significant…
Money a little tight in the current economic climate? Caroline Strainig checks out a trailer-sailer new to Australia that will get you on the water without stretching your bank balance to breaking point.“Cruising is a state of mind.” I don’t…
Caroline Strainig checks out a yacht with a lot of pluses for its size – the Beneteau Oceanis 31. “A small yacht with big-boat features.” That’s how one of the Beneteau staff summed up the Oceanis 31 when he showed it…
Tackticks MN30Tacktick's new mn30 wind system is ideal for sailing or power cruising yachts 11.5m and under, whether replacing an existing system or installing for the first time. Wind speed and direction information is delivered wirelessly from the wind transmitter,…
Dunbier Marine Products has released a new range of ultra-strong aluminium multi-roller trailers.With models available to suit boats up to 6.1m, 6.6m, 7.0m and 7.5m, the Australian-made trailers boast superior strength-to-weight ratios – for lighter, more economical towing on the…
Stella Systems is proud to announce their appointment as the exclusive Australian distributor for OpenOcean Watermakers. OpenOcean designs and manufactures a new concept in watermakers, one that works all the time, is easy to operate and doesn't break the bank….
Garmin, provides a GPS device for the most amphibian of creatures – an ultra portable and rugged touchscreen navigator which accepts not only marine charts but can also utilise street and topographic maps.The GPSMAP 620 comes with a worldwide basemap…
Real quality and performance gains have been made in the latest production boats, as the team at Australian Yachting found out during the last year, reports Kevin Green. Bavaria Vision 40 and 44 The Oceanis range has a lineage going…
The mid-30ft range is a competitive arena to do business in because this is a big volume market sector, so for the giants of Beneteau and Jeanneau, it's an important area, reports Kevin Green. That's why Jeanneau has kept the…
Catamarans are a compelling design for the cruising sailor as the Australian-built Seawind range testifies to, reports Kevin Green. Seawind catamarans are one of the biggest successes of our production boat building industry and continue to push their market share….
Dehler has successfully used its racing pedigree to create a refined performance cruiser, reports Kevin Green. Dehler is not a name synonymous with sailing in Australia but this could very well change as the revitalised company introduces its newly designed…
ITT Jabsco are proud to introduce the new 233SL Remote Control Dual Beam Searchlight with 200,000 candlepower. The new Jabsco 233SL has been designed to offer the best combination of beam spread (width) and intensity (length). Several innovative design solutions…
Have you been looking for your own place to sit in the stern pushpit ? No problem the new seats made by Niro-Petersen enable you to do that now. It hangs in the stern pushpit and is supported by the…
Bavaria Yachts is delighted to announce the introduction of the new Cruiser 32. Continuing the exciting collaboration with Farr Yacht Design and BMW Designworks USA (part of the BMW Group), the new Cruiser 32 will retain the market leading benefits…
Musto's new logo is contemporary and powerful and will easily identify it in the market place. The new strap line of “Performance Anywhere” unifies all areas of this leading brand and reinforces Musto as the brand of choice for discerning…
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