Atlantic Yacht And Ship Presents Industry News and Event

Once a year, some of the world's most influential business leaders in the mega yacht industry arrive in Newport, Rhode Island for the American Superyacht Forum. Now in its eighth year, the forum serves as one of the most important events for the American yachting industry. This Sunday, May 23rd, the American Superyacht Forum will kick off with a team-building competitive regatta of a private fleet of classic racing yachts in Narragansett Bay. This American Superyacht Regatta is a memorable event in itself. The following two days... Read More

This year marks the 20th Annual Monaco Yacht Show, a world class four-day event that not only attracts yacht enthusiasts from around the world but earns the ongoing support of Prince Albert II of Monaco himself. Last year's show drew over 27,000 people and this year's show is excepting no less for its special 20th anniversary. After 18 years of service as head of the Monaco Yacht Show, Luc Pettavino stepped down from his position last week. The Monaco Yacht Show team will work with Peter Rigby,... Read More

Fort Lauderdale, FL - Atlantic Yacht & Ship, Inc. Key West broker ‘Gregg Silver' is assisting his two latest clients with after sales vessel outfitting. Gregg closed last month on a 53' Fleming and a 53' Gulfstar, both families are busily outfitting their boats. Gregg said that he's assisting the families with planning trips to the Bahamas and cruising Florida Keys. Please give Gregg Silver a call at (305) 304-4574. You can also visit www.AtlanticYachtAndShip.com

Once a year, Cannes in the French Riviera becomes the entertainment center of the world. Supporters of the movie industry congregate to view films, give awards and recognize achievement. It is also the tradition to arrive by yacht, as some of the world's largest and most luxurious superyachts dock along the Jetee Edouard Albert. The highly anticipated Cannes International Film Festival opens May 12th.The twelve day event will feature star power, glitz, glamour and yachts sailing up to the red carpet in the beautiful southern port city... Read More

The SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch has been a festive tradition at the Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk, held on the first Sunday of every month. This Sunday, the City of Fort Lauderdale announces its 20th Anniversary Party! The usual Jazz Brunch hours of 11am to 2pm have been extended to 4pm this week to honor 20 years of celebration with the Fort Lauderdale community. Located on the scenic Riverwalk, the free live outdoor concert series brings the best jazz artists from the area. On May 2, the Sunday Jazz... Read More

The motor yacht Eclipse is currently under construction and is set to become the world's largest yacht when she is completed and delivered later this year. The details of the superyacht are kept extremely private, but rumors are flying that the owner of the world's largest yacht is Russian billionaire Roman Abrahamovich. The Eclipse first hit the water in June 2009 and is currently being built at the Blohm + Voss Hamburg shipyard in Germany with interiors by the world-renowned London company Terence Disdale Design. The length... Read More

As the Yachting Capital of the World, Fort Lauderdale draws in millions of dollars of revenue each year from the yachting industry. The marine industry in Fort Lauderdale creates jobs, brings a world-renowned annual boat show each fall, increases tourism dollars and not to mention boosts demand for waterfront real estate - keeping up property value in the region. That's why it's no surprise that Fort Lauderdale city officials are looking into the dredging of the New River, the main line of access to yachting facilities in... Read More

The House Finance and Tax Council have moved forward with a measure that caps sales tax on boats sold in Florida at $18,000. The tax cap is part of a measure that plans to spend $89 million on tax incentives this year. Under the proposal, all boat purchases are subject to Florida's standard 6% sales tax, but once the tax amount hits $18,000, (the equivalent of a $300,000 boat) the rest of the boat's cost is tax free. If the measure is approved by both houses of... Read More