August 2018 - Marinas & Moorings
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Shelter Bay Marina: A Great Location, Marina & Community
Rachel Jones 03 Apr 2024
Panama / Marinas & Moorings Located at the Western Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal, Shelter Bay Marina offers top-notch protection and amenities for vessels and superyachts.
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SXM Lagoon Festival 21st -24th March, 2024
Caroline Blatter 20 Mar 2024
St. Maarten / St. Martin / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings The second SXM Lagoon Festival kicks off on Thursday 21st March, 2024 at The Yacht Club Port de Plaisance , with the Annual Chef Competition, then a Best of the Best Kick Off Party! The Festival continues until Sunday 24th March.
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Paradise Fishing Lodge and Marina: Panama Coastline Fishing and Luxury
Rachel Jones 05 Mar 2024
Panama / Marinas & Moorings / Fishing Equipment & Supplies / Sports Fishing Charters or Contacts While cruising along the Pacific Coast of Panama, the Paradise Fishing Lodge & Marina is the safe haven you’ve been looking for, and never expected.
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Port Denarau Marina Celebrates Recognition at the Prime Minister's International Business Awards
Tristan Blatter 15 Dec 2023
Fiji / Marinas & Moorings / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia We're thrilled to share the exciting news that Port Denarau Marina has been recognized at the distinguished Prime Minister's International Business Awards (PMIBA).
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Shelter Bay Marina: A Gateway to Panama
Tristan Blatter 07 Dec 2023
Panama / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings Since 1995, more than a thousand yachts have transited the Panama Canal annually, showcasing the extraordinary attractions that Panama has to offer.
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A busy Caribbean season in the Grenadines...
Caroline Blatter 16 May 2023
Canouan / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings It's been a busy season in the Grenadines, with Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences, nestled in the pristine tranquil waters of Canouan, welcoming more yachts than ever to enjoy the marina and all its facilities.
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The Nautilus Marine Insurance Marina of the Year Awards Gala Dinner
Caroline Blatter 04 May 2023
New South Wales / Australia / Marinas & Moorings The 2023 Nautilus Marine Insurance Marina of the Year Awards (MOTYA) is being held on Tuesday 16 May at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia in Sydney. The MOTYA recognise excellence and leadership in the marina industry and sets new benchmarks for the industry. The prestigious Awards provide exceptional promotional and marketing opportunities.
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Grenada awarded the ‘Yachting Destination of the Year’ by the Caribbean Travel Awards 2023
Caroline Blatter 01 Jan 2023
Grenada / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / About/General Information The 2023 Yachting Destination of the Year has been awarded to Grenada in the Southern Caribbean, with Port Louis Marina receiving particular mention in the judge’s assessment.
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Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences welcomes Gourmet Provisioners Faye Gastronomie Caraibes to Canouan
Caroline Blatter 29 Nov 2022
Canouan / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Provisioning Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences announce the opening of the internationally acclaimed gourmet foods provider ‘Faye Gastronomie Caraibes’ to their Marina Plaza, as well as the recent addition of Erika's Yacht Agency the Marina’s vibrant hub on the island of Canouan.
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Classic Trade Wind Passages for ARC 2022 & those on Trans-Atlantic Passages
Caroline Blatter 20 Nov 2022
Gran Canaria / Grenada / Saint Lucia / St. Lucia / Canary Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Atlantic Islands / Regattas & Cruising Rallies 2700 NM+ Trans-Atlantics have begun for many yachts leaving the Canary Islands, including the ARC+ and ARC Rallies.
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Yacht Agent Support in Saint Vincent & The Grenadines
Caroline Blatter 10 Nov 2022
Mopion / Mayreau / Palm Island / Petit St.Vincent / Tobago Cays / Union Island / Saint Vincent / St.Vincent / The Southern Grenadines / Canouan / Bequia / Mustique / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales / Provisioning / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Marinas & Moorings From Union Island through to Canouan, Mustique, Bequia and Saint Vincent, Erika’s network can handle any yacht's needs throughout these islands – keeping life simple and allowing Captains & Crew to concentrate on their yacht, owner and guests.
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Marinas of the Dominican Republic Unite
Caroline Blatter 29 Oct 2022
Dominican Republic / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services The Association of Marinas of the Dominican Republic have launched at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2022.
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Grenada a Destination of choice for various Trans-Atlantic Regattas
Caroline Blatter 17 Aug 2022
Grenada / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Regattas & Cruising Rallies Port Louis Marina in Grenada announced as the penultimate stop for the Oyster World Rally, and landfall marina for the ARC + and RORC Trans-Atlantic Race...
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MarineMax to acquire IGY Marinas for $480 million
Caroline Blatter 10 Aug 2022
United States of America (USA) / Marinas & Moorings / North America World's largest recreational yacht retailer, MarineMax to acquire IGY Marinas, their iconic marina assets and yacht management platform for $480 million.
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Lantau Yacht Club now offers Premium and Comprehensive Yacht Services
Caroline Blatter 30 Jun 2022
Hong Kong / Marinas & Moorings / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / South East Asia / About/General Information Lantau Yacht Club in Hong Kong now offers Premium and Comprehensive Yacht Services onsite...
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Superyacht Conferences in Queensland & London
Caroline Blatter 18 May 2022
United Kingdom / Australia / Marinas & Moorings / Australia & New Zealand / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / Boatyards / Shipyards / Haul Out / About/General Information / Yacht / Boat Shows Flagship conferences were held this week, on opposite sides the world, with ASMEX showcasing the growing Australia - Pacific region, and The Superyacht Investor in London bringing together over 180 senior executives, a fantastic opportunity to expand networks and enhance industry knowledge.
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Lantau Yacht Club Becomes the New Superyacht Hub and Yachting Activity Centre in Hong Kong
Caroline Blatter 01 Apr 2022
Hong Kong / Marinas & Moorings / South East Asia / Shoreside Activities & Events A premium, members-only club offering world-class mooring facilities, modern amenities and the only marina built specifically for superyachts in Hong Kong.
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The US Virgin Islands begins Pilot Programme to Allow Entry for Yacht Crew Without B1/B2 Visas
Caroline Blatter 01 Apr 2022
U.S. Virgin Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Customs Brokers / Customs & Immigration Temporary changes to the entry requirements are currently in place for the U.S. Virgin Islands directly related to professional vessel crew without B1/B2 or C-1/D visas. For the next six (6) months, yachts seeking to enter the US Virgin Islands can apply for the parole program which is purposed for single entry, with a per person fee.
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Vieux Port de Cannes - A Destination of excellence for local and international customers
Caroline Blatter 23 Feb 2022
The French Riviera/ Antibes/ Cannes/ Nice / France / Marinas & Moorings / Mediterranean IGY Marinas and French construction group FAYAT, have signed a 30-year concession agreement with the City of Cannes to operate, enhance and modernize the Vieux Port de Cannes, while respecting its identity...
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New Anchorage Agreement on the French Riviera for Superyachts
Caroline Blatter 27 Jan 2022
The French Riviera/ Antibes/ Cannes/ Nice / Cogolin/ Port Grimaud/ St Tropez / France / Marinas & Moorings / Mediterranean / About/General Information Alternative anchorage solutions have been agreed, with 30 new anchorage points, in the form of mooring buoys, approved and funded for use by superyachts in the Bay of Saint-Tropez, Golfe Juan and Beaulieu areas, of the French Riviera.
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Closing The Loop on Waste and Establishing a Circular Economy - Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard Leads the Way...
Caroline Blatter 08 Dec 2021
Queensland / New South Wales / Tasmania / Victoria / Western Australia / Northern Territory / Australia / Marinas & Moorings / Boatyards / Shipyards / Haul Out / About/General Information / Refit & Repairs / Project Management Award-winning GCCM is yet again setting standards in the Australian marine industry. Following ongoing research with Queensland University of Technology, “Closing the Loop” project was established in July 2021 and will ultimately lead to the establishment of a circular economy within the Gold Coast based shipyard.
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A jewel in the South Pacific, Fiji is on track to open its borders on 1st December...
Caroline Blatter 05 Nov 2021
Fiji / Tonga / Vava'u / Fiji & Tonga / Marinas & Moorings / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia / About/General Information Like all other countries, Fiji has not be spared from COVID19, but with an excellent vaccine roll out, these beautiful islands are set to open borders on 1st Dec.
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IGY's Global network is strengthened by the acquisition of Marina di Portisco
Caroline Blatter 22 Oct 2021
Sardinia / Italy / Marinas & Moorings The re-branded IGY Portisco Marina, is located in the popular cruising waters of Sardinia’s northeast coast, boasting 589 berths with 41 Superyachts berths and the ability to accommodate vessels up to 90m (295ft), taking IGY's Global network to 22 marinas spanning across 13 countries!
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Baja California Marina officially Welcomes large Superyachts
Caroline Blatter 19 Aug 2021
Mexico Pacific Coast / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / About/General Information Marina Puerto Escondido, Baja’s newest megayacht marina has significantly deepened the entrance channel into the marina to 18ft at low tide, allowing megayachts to enter. With a private FBO only 20 mins from the marina, it is an ideal destination for Superyacht guests.
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Lantau Yacht Club Fully Operational
Caroline Blatter 23 Jun 2021
Hong Kong / China / Marinas & Moorings / South East Asia Lantau Yacht Club is Fully Operational with a Vision to become the New Superyacht Hub in Hong Kong. Lantau Yacht Club is the latest marina project in Hong Kong in decades. It is gaining spotlight in the yachting industry as Hong Kong’s new superyacht hub, a world class facility...
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Buy Local - Farm to Yacht Program a great success at Yacht Club Port de Plaisance, in Sint Maarten!
Caroline Blatter 30 Mar 2021
St. Maarten / St. Martin / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings The Farm to Yacht programme offers yachts the opportunity to buy fresh and local in Saint Maarten! It is more important than ever to support local farmers during this global crisis, and great to see Yacht Club Port de Plaisance are committed to supporting the local community by holding more regular Farmer's Markets in season.
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Fiji VIP Blue Lanes
Caroline Blatter 04 Feb 2021
Fiji / Tonga / Vava'u / Fiji & Tonga / Marinas & Moorings / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia / About/General Information Escaping to the Islands of Fiji in this era of the COVID pandemic...
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Yacht Club Port de Plaisance - A Superyacht Sanctuary
Caroline Blatter 05 Nov 2020
St. Maarten / St. Martin / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings Yacht Club Port De Plaisance in St Maarten has taken all the necessary measures to provide a safe facility and the best service during the global COVID-19 Pandemic. A warm safe welcome awaits Superyachts, their guests and crew this season, whether it be as a stop over, or longer term.
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IGY Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas awarded Superyacht Marina of the Year for a third time!
Caroline Blatter 12 Oct 2020
U.S. Virgin Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings IGY's Yacht Haven Grande receives a prestigious award, and what it means to their committed staff, as well as COVID -19 updates and OnBoard Testing being available in different IGY Destinations on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Fiji OPENS Maritime border to Foreign Flagged vessels and Superyachts
Caroline Blatter 24 Jun 2020
Fiji / Fiji & Tonga / Marinas & Moorings / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia Fiji will be establishing safe ‘blue lanes‘, open to those yachts and pleasure crafts sailing to Fiji. Any boat coming to Fiji will be carefully considered on a case-by-case basis. The only port of entry will be Port Denarau Marina.
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IGY Welcomes St. Katharine Docks Marina in London to its Global Network
Caroline Blatter 09 Mar 2020
South Coast of England & London / South West of England / United Kingdom / Marinas & Moorings Island Global Yachting Announces the Addition of St. Katharine Docks Marina in London to its Growing Global Network.
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Superyachts, Super Growth and Super Opportunity for Fiji
18 Dec 2018 Fiji / Tonga / Vava'u / Fiji & Tonga / Marinas & Moorings
The Pacific island of Fiji has just released some growth figures on the yachting in Fiji…we follow the history, development and vision from within the marine industry here, and its importance to tourism and the Fijian economy. With a great deal of planning, experience in the superyacht industry, much hard work and vision – Fiji is now firmly established as a stop over port and base in…
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Isle de Sol Marina, St. Maarten - An IGY Marina
Caroline Blatter 20 Mar 2018
St. Maarten / St. Martin / Marinas & Moorings For those yachts heading back to the MED or up the East Coast of States towards the end of the Caribbean season, why not stop by fully open & operational Isle de Sol Marina in St Maarten for provisioning, refuelling & any service needs. As an IGY Marina, this dedicated Superyacht facility has really established itself as an extremely popular marina for many large yachts whilst staying in St.Maarten,…
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