Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: <span>AY&S News</span>

Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: AY&S News

Sunseeker Yachts 2012 Model Training September 5, 2012

After just delivering two new Sunseekers to their new owners in the US, it was time for the Sunseeker USA East team to head to the Sunseeker Factory in Poole, U.K. for the 2012 training session. Each year Sunseeker salesmen from around the world gather at the factory to go over new models, current market trends, and to asses our product against the competition. Over 100 salesmen from around the world were in attendance for the two day seminar and representing the USA were the 7 salesmen... Read More

Distressed Boat Sales Europe July 13, 2012

EURO decline means big discounts on luxury yachts.  The distressed Euro is creating increased buying opportunities in the luxury market.  Some owners have drastically discounted their asking prices in an effort to create more liquidity in an unstable market atmosphere.   More banks are taking back assets that are behind on payments.  Atlantic Yacht and Ship, Inc. has representation throughout Europe with brokers experienced in negotiating in this market.  Dealing with a broker knowledgeable about the local laws, customs, taxes, registration, and export is crucial. 108 San Lorenzo... Read More

Two New Sunseekers Are Here June 27, 2012

Atlantic Yacht and Ship are thrilled that the two new Sunseekers, a 2012 48' Portofino and a 2013 53' Predator, arrived stateside from the United Kingdom.  Ed Biggie and Stephan Faraldo headed to the port this week to secure the vessels for their new owners and begin the commission process.  In the four decades that Sunseeker has been building boats it has evolved from a brand into an icon. When only the best will do in luxury and performance, Sunseeker provides it. The 2012 Portofino 48 has... Read More

A Glossy Yacht is a Healthy Yacht February 16, 2012

The sun and salt water may create a fun atmosphere for us but they wreak havoc on your vessel.  The sun and salt are constantly attacking your paint, gel coat, metal, leather, vinyl and eisenglass.  If left unchecked these elements will destroy your investment.  Proper detailing of your vessel is much more important than most people realize.  Routine motor yacht maintenance and regularly scheduled cleanings will both extend the life of your investment and keep our vessel looking beautiful. Atlantic Yacht and Ship can help you keep... Read More

“Triple Net” Superyacht Sold By Atlantic Yacht & Ship and Northrop & Johnson December 6, 2011

You may have spotted Atlantic Yacht & Ship's impressive 80-foot Hatteras Motor Yacht, Triple Net at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this past October. This impressive superyacht was built in 1990 and can accommodate up to 10 guests in five staterooms. Owned by Wes Sanford, this beauty has been immaculately maintained by a full-time crew, and was recently sold together by Northrop & Johnson and Mack Carroll of Atlantic Yacht & Ship with an asking price of $595,000. Triple Net features a customized interior, as well... Read More

AY&S Offers Trade for Boat Berth in Beautiful Port Vauban November 8, 2011

Port Vauban is a world-renowned harbor in Antibes on the French Riviera where super yachts gather. Home to more than 100 berths over 75 feet in length, Europe's largest harbor attracts jet-set crowds from all over the world. Antibes itself is a premier yachting destination, with its elegant French restaurants, cafes, festivals and other unique entertainment. Surrounded by all types of boating facilities, Port Vauban features berthing alongside and stern-to and an on-site heliport right by the “Billionaire's Quay.” One of the largest private and public marinas... Read More

London’s Harrods Sells Superyachts May 17, 2011

Superyachts are hitting department stores? This May, the famously extravagant, Harrods of London is featuring models, images and vessel details of a selection of beautiful yachts for sale. So while guests browse designer clothing, fine china and delectable edibles, they will also get a sneak peek at some of the most luxuriant megayachts in the market. “Harrods continuously aims to provide its customers with new and exclusive products,” said Guy Cheston, the director of advertising sales and sponsorship for the department store, to Megayacht News. “With this... Read More

Miami Boat Show Results & a New Option for Customs at the U.S. Virgin Islands March 1, 2011

Atlantic Yacht and Ship is pleased to announce that the 2011 Yacht and Brokerage show in Miami Beach was a success. The weekend brought beautiful weather and a good turnout of attendees. Kim Cuadrado, Sales Support for Atlantic, said “It went well. We had a steady amount of traffic and several of our guys have deals pending that they wrote up at the show.” Overall, this year's event was a positive sign that the economy is starting to pick up and that qualified yacht buyers are feeling... Read More

Jump Onboard with Atlantic at the Palm Beach International Boat Show March 25, 2010

The 25th annual Palm Beach International Boat show kicks off today in downtown West Palm Beach on the newly revamped West Palm Beach waterfront.  The $30 million waterfront, a 12.5-acre site with a large, open green, an events pavilion and native vegetation, was unveiled last month. The Palm Beach International Boat Show is one of the top boat shows in the country. The 2010 Palm Beach International Boat show features 20% more exhibitors than the previous year and more than 500 boats in the show from 8-foot... Read More

Long Beach Yacht Club Hosts Southern California Yachting Association’s 81st Midwinter Regatta February 24, 2010

Out of over 30 yacht clubs on the West coast, Long Beach Yacht Club hosted the Southern California Yachting Association's 81st Midwinter Regatta. A longstanding tradition kicking off the Southern California racing season, the Midwinter Regatta began in 1928 and has since developed into the United States' largest regatta event, with over 600 vessels and 80 classes registering, including cruisers, Performance Handicap Racing Fleet, dinghies, multihull, canoes and model sailboats.  Both days of the regatta, crews faced steady winds at 15-20 knots, creating choppy seas to challenge the sailors.... Read More

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