The 2011 Abu Dhabi Yacht Show March 15, 2011
The third annual Abu Dhabi Yacht Show kicks off next weekend, March 24th through the 26th. This show is undoubtedly one the most exclusive events in the global yachting industry. The yacht show is invitation-only, as it will feature the world's most exceptional power and sailing vessels with price tags upwards of $100 million. Abu Dhabi has become one of the premier destinations for the elite to play, as well as a breeding ground for the megayacht industry for buyers and builders alike. Abu Dhabi is the... Read More
The Marine Industry Turns a New, Green Leaf March 8, 2011
More and more industries are going green. From Whole Foods to Apple, one might typically think of companies attempting to become more eco-friendly as generally young and modern. But now, an old industry is finding new ways to lessen its impact on the environment. New green technology is emerging in the marine industry. The boating and yachting community would not exist if it weren't for the natural wonders of our environment, and developing more environmentally-conscious technology to preserve and protect it is essential. Fuel efficiency has been... 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
Sales Tax Cap Helps Florida Yacht Brokers February 23, 2011
After the sales tax cap proposal for boats and yachts was passed last summer in Tallahassee, brokers have seen considerable benefits and increases in sales in the industry. The bill was difficult for lawmakers to swallow because of the economic climate and the state having to cut budgets in other, more important areas. However, the incentive paid off and the sales tax cap has generated more revenue for boat and yacht sales, in turn creating revenue for the state. The bill caps sales tax on pricey boats... Read More
Atlantic Yacht & Ship at the 2011 Miami International Boat Show! February 15, 2011
Atlantic Yacht and Ship is very excited to be participating in the Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail event this weekend! This five-day event will take place at three locations, including The Miami Beach Convention Center, Sea Isle Marina and Yachting Center and Miamarina at Bayside. Boat shows are for serious investors as well as those who just love to look! The weekend will feature the latest in power boats, mega yachts, sailboats, marine electronics, accessories and more. The Show will be hosting 2,000 exhibitors from... Read More
Special Events at the 2011 Miami Boat Show February 8, 2011
The Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show is almost here, and there are plenty of special events to enjoy this year. The scenic Miami waterways, known as the ‘American Riviera,' will be filled with yachts, mega yachts, people and activities throughout the five-day event. The show will feature over 500 new and used yachts for sale and many international yacht brokers, undoubtedly drawing a large crowd to the ever popular Collins Avenue. A new portion of the show this year will feature Mega Yacht Row, which will include... Read More
San Diego Hosts DeLUXE Yacht and Lifestyle Event February 1, 2011
This coming April, the city of San Diego will host a three day yacht and luxury lifestyle event, appropriately named DeLUXE San Diego. The announcement came at the recent 20th annual Monaco Yacht Show, a strong introduction considering Monaco is one of the world's premier luxury lifestyle locations. DeLUXE San Diego is organized and promoted not only as an international yacht show, but as an experience as well. Tim McGrane, president of Events International Company, states, “This is not just a yacht show, or a car, or... Read More
Scotland Gets New Sustainable Floating Marina January 25, 2011
A new project from Europe is underway after a $30 million contract was signed by U.K.-based firm Floating Concepts Ltd., specializing in sustainable developments. This is very exciting news for the global yachting community and water lovers alike. This project is proposed to start construction in 2012 and to be completed in three phases by 2015. The firm aims to build an eco-friendly luxury village, a pioneering concept considering luxury and sustainability aren't often mutually associated. The location chosen is the former Canting basin at Pacific Quay,... Read More