The Schooner Virginia, a modern wooden replica of a pilot schooner of the same name built in 1916 is currently undergoing a major re-fit after being mothballed for several years. Now owned by the Nauticus Foundation, the re-fit will be completed in time for the upcoming season. A Norfolk based non-profit organization, the Foundation’s Sail…
Seakeeper Inc., the leader in marine stabilization, announced today that the company achieved record growth in 2016 and celebrated the launch of the Seakeeper 3 and the Seakeeper HD line. In 2016, Seakeeper sold more than 1,000 gyros for the first time in company history, continuing its trend of doubling total shipments every two years. Sales of Seakeepers for boats under 50 feet were…
Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona improves its facilities and opens several yachting businesses within its premises The superyacht marina has also carried out works in its technical area Barcelona, 26th September 2012.- Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona faces its fourth winter season offering a wider range of services and facilities to attend to the needs…
The finest Huisman standards of engineering and service in a customised, yet competitive, refit package are the aim; they are also the reality as two major projects head towards completion. EOS At 93m (305ft), this fine Lürssen-built three-masted schooner is the world’s largest sailing yacht. In keeping with huisfit’s highly flexible approach to location, the…
The charter or voyage has been perfect so far. The international waters have been warm and calm, and the scenery has been spectacular. The sun is starting to set at anchor, and after a shower and a delicious dinner, it’s time to watch the big game on television. You’re swinging on the hook in a…
You’ve started a search for a well-located shipyard, one with an experienced team capable of delivering a superlative paint job for a yacht of your size. What will it take for both captain and owner to leave the yard satisfied? Clear, continuous communication from day one is critical, according to people who oversee world-class paint…
Substantial refit projects for the mighty 93m schooner EOS and the 40m motor yacht Be Mine underline the strong credentials Royal Huisman’s specialist refit capability, huisfit, is bringing to its first appearance at METS. A year ago Royal Huisman took the decision to broaden the scope of its already comprehensive refit capability. huisfit offers access…