Shelter Island
EcoSpeed Enters Yacht Market
Subsea Industries said it has begun actively marketing its Ecospeed coating in the luxury yacht market following the introduction of stringent regulations aimed at reducing the impact of leisure craft operations on the marine environment. The Antwerp-based sustainable coatings specialist will market its non-toxic hard coating initially in the United States, where there is increasing scrutiny of copper-based antifouling systems on the hulls of all types of pleasure boats. “There…
Kusler Yachts Appointed as a Hatteras Yacht Dealer
Luxury yacht builder Hatteras Yachts has announced that Kusler Yachts in San Diego, Calif., will now represent the full Hatteras line of new yacht models from 45 to 100 feet in length. Located in the Kona Kai Resort & Marina on Shelter Island, Kusler Yachts specializes in upscale new and late-model brokerage sportfishing and motor yachts. “Kusler Yachts is proud to be associated with the quality motor yacht and sportfishing platforms that Hatteras builds,” said Michael Kusler, president of Kusler Yachts Inc.
U.S. Superyacht Association Announces 2013-14 Directors
The U.S. Superyacht Association (USSA) announced the 2013-2014 Board of Directors elected in October 2013. John J. Mann, III (Bluewater Books and Charts) will continue his role as Chairman. Ami Ira, Crew Unlimited / C.U. “The USSA has been very fortunate to have strong board members dedicated to helping grow the organization,” said John Mann, USSA Chairman. “By continually bringing in new representatives at the board level, we are able to draw on their energy, ideas and skills.
Port Mooring Goes Digital for Boaters
Boaters visiting San Diego can now reserve a slip even before dropping anchor and setting foot on land. The San Diego Harbor Police Department has launched an online service as a convenience for recreational boaters and visitors to San Diego Bay. Previously, the only ways to request a slip were to initially dock and reserve in-person or to place a call, while availability was first-come, first served. The new website allows boaters to see details about all Port-managed anchorages in the bay, check for availability up to two weeks in advance, and pay for a slip reservation using a credit card.
