Entertainment Systems
Nobiskrug Inks Deal to Build Superyacht “Black Shark”
Her striking design makes “Black Shark” one of the most interesting superyacht projects at present. Nobiskrug and the owner have signed the contract for the continued construction of the vessel (new build project 793). With the third order since the economic restart the Rendsburg shipyard stays on its successful course since the takeover by Tennor Group. Investor Lars Windhorst, who was significantly involved in the negotiations for the “Black Shark”, emphasizes that this success is proof of Nobiskrug’s capabilities.
Raymarine Introduces YachtSense to the North American Market
Raymarine YachtSense is an advanced digital control system affording total command and complete awareness of a vessel's electrical systems. Its modular nature redefines the future of vessel automation for boat builders and technical installers. Engineered for reliability, flexibility, and ease-of-use, YachtSense offers scalable, customizable, and failsafe marine automation through intuitive control of onboard systems via any Raymarine Axiom multifunction display.Announced late last year…
Perfect weather for Miami Yacht Show
While Wednesday was quite blustery and rainy, the Miami Yacht Show opened to clear skies on Valentine’s Day, for a gorgeous weekend of luxury boats and sun. In its new location, crowds seemed smaller, although lines for Uber frustrated some commuting by car from the Miami Boat Show on Virginia Key to the Miami Yacht Show’s two locations on Watson Island and One Herald Plaza. There was no wait for water taxis.Some prevailing themes stood out among the nearly 500 yachts in the brokerage show between the Venetian and Rickenbacker Causeways.
SeaKing Electrical Announces Superyacht Sector Growth
Maritime engineering company SeaKing Electrical announced its busiest year in a decade for superyacht work ahead of its attendance at the Monaco Boat Show.Liverpool City Region based SeaKing Electrical has sent teams to work on 18 superyacht repair and upgrade projects in the nine months until September beating its previous record of 17 jobs in all of 2017. The company has worked in the Mediterranean in Cadiz, Cartagena, Genoa, La Ciotat and Barcelona as well as Miami in the United…
It’s Party Time
Super yachts require super performance in everything from communication to entertainment. When it comes to the power of music from marine audio entertainment systems, the Garmin-owned, Fusion Entertainment is always at the cutting edge when it comes to quality, style and innovation. The company’s recently launched Apollo Series and Panel Stereo, along with the all-new black Signature Speakers are no exception.According to Chris Baird, managing director of New-Zealand based Fusion Entertainment…
Yacht Computer Service Expands its IT Service
Any maritime business equals to demanding clients. And not to forget the crew – from any position upwards. As long as everything works, life on board is great. TV or entertainment systems on any vessel are an absolute must, working at 100%. Most of the time they do. Let´s face it, if the "Internet" goes down… there is a serious problem. And it is not only the Internet. Clients need their IT devices, phones, laptops to manage their photos and memories. The majority of captains, officers, chefs rely on constant communication – their laptops and phones need to be working 24/7.
Crestron Debuts 4K Video Distribution Solution
Now 4K Ultra HD video can be enjoyed both on land and at sea. Crestron said it will display its full range of marine solutions, including the industry’s first and only complete, certified 4K video distribution solution, at the Monaco Yacht Show 2015. The 25th anniversary show will be held once again in the spectacular setting of Port Hercules, Monaco from 23 – 26 September 2015. Crestron is exhibiting on stand QAA7, which will be split into two zones to separately showcase the company’s specific solutions for owners and crew.
FUSION Unveils New Marine Entertainment Products
New Zealand audio equipment manufacturer FUSION has released of a variety of new marine entertainment and speaker products. These include the 650 and 750 True-Marine™ series entertainment systems and the Signature Series speakers and subwoofers. The company's flagship 750 series entertainment system is available in two configurations, the MS-UD750 with internal UNI-Dock, and the MS-AV750 marine DVD/CD player. The MS-AV750 offers HDMI video connection support, an industry first, allowing boaters to enjoy audio from any supported ARC television.
Eastern's Columbia on Display in Fort Lauderdale
Eastern Shipbuilding Group’s reengineered Columbia, built from the original design plans of the classic 1923 Essex-built schooner, will be on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 30-November 3, 2014. The original Columbia, a 141’ classic Gloucester Fishing Schooner designed by William Starling Burgess, built at the historic A.D. Story shipyard of Essex, Massachusetts and launched April 17, 1923, was bred for speed, challenging – and nearly defeating – Canada’s legendary Bluenose schooner in the International Fishermen’s Cup Races in Halifax.
Simrad Partners with Sportsman Boats
Simrad Yachting has announced its exclusive partnership with Sportsman Boats Manufacturing. The Simrad NSS evo2 system is now the standard navigation system on all 2015 model year Sportsman high-performance bay boats, center console and dual console boats. Sportsman delivers intuitively designed vessels with cutting-edge technology and innovative features. The NSS evo2 offers Sportsman owners a user-friendly interface for all functions including charting, integrated CHIRP and sonar, as well as optional entertainment and radar systems such as the award-winning 4G Broadband radar.
Nelson Joins IMS American Marine Electronics
IMS American Marine Electronics (IMS) has announced the appointment of Nils Nelson as the company’s new director of sales. Nils brings over 25 years of domestic and international marine experience, including marine electronics sales and distribution, wholesale and retail marine product development, application engineering and project management. A third-generation maritime professional and licensed captain, Nils has extensive knowledge of marine systems for vessels ranging from sportfishermen to megayachts to commercial vessels.
Front Street Shipyard to Build Setzer-Design Superyachts
Maine's Front Street Shipyard say they are working with Setzer Yacht Architects to develop design documentation for a new motoryacht series. Featuring four new designs from 28 to 40 meters, the series is an offshoot from Setzer’s broader 2014 portfolio of “New American Motoryachts”. Included in the series is a 28-meter “Modern Commuter,” a 34-meter “Flushdeck RPH,” a 38-meter “Modern Explorer,” and a 40-meter “Vintage Tri-Deck.” These yachts will be actively marketed for construction at Front Street Shipyard.
Megayacht Dream for Sale
Dream, the quintessential 170-foot (51.8-meter) 2003 Feadship, has just launched from Derecktor’s Shipyard with a complete paint job and a full 10-year Lloyds survey. To celebrate, join IYC for an Open House for your foreign clients, Tuesday June 4, 2013, Hyatt Pier 66 on the Face Dock. Dream is just that. A remarkable yacht in remarkable condition, meticulously maintained and proud of her heritage as evidenced in the completion of a new 10-year Lloyds survey and a top to bottom paint job at Derecktor’s.
Alphatron Delivers Comprehensive Electronics Package
With the christening of the new pilot station vessel Polaris Alphatron Marine of Rotterdam has completed the design, installation and commissioning of one of the most comprehensive deliveries since its founding in 1991. In close cooperation with Fysergo, a Dutch company specialised in ergonomic workspace design, an Alphabridge wheelhouse concept was designed in order to comply with the severe demands of the Dutch pilots association in regards to sitting and standing vessel operations. A special workspace for the pilots was also included in the total bridge concept.
Simnav B.V. Continues as Admarel B.V.
Following its take-over in April by Alewijnse Holding B.V., Alblasserdam-based Simnav B.V. has now merged with the Navigation and Communications department of Alewijnse Marine Systems to create Admarel B.V. All activities of both companies are now continuing under the new name. The name Admarel stands for advanced marine electronics. The combined company is now operating from the Alblasserdam site. The company specialises in maritime electronics with a focus on sales, service…
