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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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UK Small Craft Working Group ‘Super Training’ day October

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The IIMS Small Craft Working Group 'Super Training' day will take place on Monday 5 October 2015 at Portchester Sailing Club
The IIMS Small Craft Working Group ‘Super Training’ day will take place on Monday 5 October 2015 at Portchester Sailing Club

The speaker line up and schedule for what has been dubbed a ‘Super Training’ day has been confirmed by the IIMS for its small craft members and non-members.

Taking place at Portchester Sailing Club on Monday 5 October, the date has deliberately been set back to back with the Certifying Authority training day commencing the following morning (Tuesday 6 October) for those who wish to attend that event too. Subject to demand we plan to arrange an evening meal for surveyors who plan to stay overnight at a local restaurant.

The UK Small Craft Working Group ‘Super Training’ day is being kindly sponsored by Winter & Co (marine insurers) and Tritex NDT (suppliers of non destructive ultrasonic testing equipment). IIMS is grateful to both organisations for their generous support.

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New concept to be unveiled at Monaco Yacht Show by Barracuda Yacht Design

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Barracuda Yacht Design is set to showcase their new 65m explorer concept at the Monaco Yacht Show
Barracuda Yacht Design is set to showcase their new 65m explorer concept at the Monaco Yacht Show

The Madrid based company, Barracuda Yacht Design, has announced their latest ‘go-anywhere’ 65m Barracuda Explorer motor yacht which they say has ‘military bite’.

The 65m Barracuda Explorer yacht concept is an ice-class, approved design with living space and accommodation amenities normally found on an equivalent sized superyacht.

Fully capable as a long range cruiser with up to 7,000km range and able to achieve a maximum speed in the region of 16 to 18 knots and cruising speed in the region of 14 knots, the concept has been designed with rough conditions in mind. To thos effect it boasts a prominent bow and double chine effect.

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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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MAIB releases safety warning following mooring line failure

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Mooring line failure on board LNG tanker, Zarga - MAIB issues urgent safety notice
Mooring line failure on board LNG tanker, Zarga – MAIB issues urgent safety notice

The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB), has issued a safety bulletin to highlight urgent safety lessons that have arisen in the early stages of its investigation into the mooring line failure on board LNG tanker, Zarga.

Zarga was working alongside South Hook LNG terminal, Milford Haven, when the mooring line failure resulted in serious injury to a deck officer on 2nd March 2015. The mooring line parted during a berthing operation and resulted in the deck officer being struck and obtaining severe head trauma.

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North America’s first LNG powered ferry enters service in Québec

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The first ship of any kind to run on LNG power in North America has entered service
The first ship of any kind to run on LNG power in North America has entered service

Société des traversiers du Québec, the Canadian ferry operator, has officially commissioned the NM F.‑A. Gauthier. This is the first ferry to run on liquefied natural gas (LNG) in North America and is also the first ship of any kind to run on LNG in Canada.

NM F.‑A. Gauthier has replaced the NM Camille‑Marcoux on the Matane–Baie‑Comeau–Godbout route.

Following an agreement concluded in 2013, Gaz Métro, through its subsidiary Gaz Métro LNG L.P., was chosen as the LNG supplier to fuel three new Société des traversiers du Québec ferries, including the NM F.‑A.‑Gauthier. The two other ships will be assigned to the Tadoussac–Baie‑Sainte‑Catherine crossing.

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Legislation changes means superyachts may soon be allowed to stay in Washington waters tax free

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Impending legislation changes means superyachts may soon be allowed to stay in Washington waters tax free
Impending legislation changes means superyachts may soon be allowed to stay in Washington waters tax free

The US Washington maritime industry is celebrating the passage of the Marine Tourism Bill, which passed the state House of Representatives after more than four years in a session held late Tuesday night. The Bill has now been sent on to Governor Jay Inslee for his signature and if signed, will take effect from 1st September 2015.

If successful, the law will allow yachts registered as an LLC, to stay in Washington state waters for up to 180 days before a 10% tax on the value of the vessel is levied. In the past, this tax would be enforced after an LLC-registered or entity-owned yacht stayed more than 60 days.

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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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Seafarers affected by piracy action to be aided by Sailors’ Society in Durban

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The Sailors' Society has opened a new Crisis Response Centre in Durban, South Africa
The Sailors’ Society has opened a new Crisis Response Centre in Durban, South Africa

Sailors’ Society, located in Southampton, UK,  has launched a Crisis Response Centre in Durban, South Africa, to support seafarers directly affected by piracy action.

Durban-based facility will provide 24-hour response and trauma counselling for survivors of piracy attacks and other disasters at sea throughout South Africa, Ghana, Madagascar, Mozambique and Reunion.

The recent Oceans Beyond Piracy (OBP) report on the State of Maritime Piracy reported that at least 5,000 seafarers were attacked in the Gulf of Guinea, the Western Indian Ocean, and Southeast Asia in 2014, and drew attention to West Africa noting that “Gulf of Guinea piracy continues at unacceptable levels”.

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MOL orders world’s first methanol powered carriers

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MOL orders world's first methanol powered carriers
MOL orders world’s first methanol powered carriers

Japan’s Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd (MOL) has made an order for methanol powered carriers as part of its overall environmental strategy, the company has announced.

According to reports, three carriers will be built by Minaminippon Shipbuilding Co Ltd.

The vessels are expected to be delivered in 2016 and will be chartered to Waterfront Shipping Company Limited under a long-term contract.

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Next generation Sunseeker 116 luxury yacht is in production

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Sunseeker reports that its next generation of luxury yachts is now in production
Sunseeker reports that its next generation of luxury yachts is now in production

Sunseeker International has revealed the first images of its brand new Sunseeker 116 luxury yacht, which is currently under production in Dorset, UK and due to launch in spring 2016.

The Sunseeker 116 is part of Sunseeker’s “next generation” of 30 metre-plus yachts.

The new Sunseeker 116 is built on the platform of the Sunseeker 115 Sport Yacht and improves upon this proven model. Beyond extending the LOA, the Sunseeker 116 features an updated new superstructure design, sporting rakish and powerful-looking exterior lines.

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Van Oord installs Gemini wind project’s first monopile

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geminiVan Oord’s offshore installation vessel Aeolus has successfully installed Gemini wind project’s first monopile. The offshore wind project, one of the largest in the world, will consist of 150 monopiles. The project is expected to be fully operational by 2017 generating clean and renewable energy for 1.5 million people in the Netherlands.

Gemini is being built in the North Sea. The project consists of two areas of 34 km2 and is located 85 km off the coast of Groningen. Each monopile is designed for its specific location in the wind project. Depending on water depth, they vary in length from 59 to 73 m. The monopiles have a diameter of 7 m, and a wall thickness of 7 to 11 cm. During the three-year construction period, a wide range of equipment including Van Oord’s specialized offshore wind vessels will be deployed. An estimated workforce of 500 will be involved on the project.

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