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ATTENTION: SPACE IS QUICKLY FILLING UP ON OUR NEXT DOCKWISE SAILING FROM PORT EVERGLADES LOADING DECEMBER 20TH 2007.
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CONTACT: Barby MacGowan, Media Pro Int'l, 401-849-0220, barby.macgowan@mediapronewport.com or Catalina Bujor, Dockwise Yacht Transport, 954-525-8707, catalina@dockwise-yt.com FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA (October 26, 2007) -- Dockwise Yacht Transport (DYT) has announced a cooperative partnership with BBC Chartering & Logistic to expand global shipping options for its clients -- owners and captains of private luxury yachts. The strategic alliance allows DYT to continue offering its unique float-on/float-off yacht transport service with its own fleet of four semi-submersible ships while adding an alternative lift-on/lift-off service option through BBC, which operates more than 140 vessels worldwide. "DYT's float-on/float-off method, which has been raised to somewhat of an art form since we developed it in 1987, is used by no other yacht carriers," said DYT President Clemens van der Werf, adding that the company built its recently commissioned "super ship," the 685.7-foot (209 meters) Yacht Express, to meet the demand for more DYT transport trips across the Atlantic. "The reality, however, is that there will always be clients who need additional scheduling flexibility or the ability to get to a destination we do not service directly. They have come to trust DYT's expertise and depend on our standards for safety and attention to details. BBC is a powerhouse in global shipping; while it provides the tonnage, DYT will manage their operations for the yacht transport business, offering our clients extra sailings and more flexibility. " "While yachts are similar to other heavy-lift cargo with respect to the necessary lifting gear, they also require a greater sensitivity with respect to the lift and stowage," said Svend Andersen, BBC's Managing Director. "This is why the DYT/BBC alliance is ideal for the yacht transport industry. BBC has the specialized vessels and equipment, while DYT has the extended knowledge base for managing the loading and unloading of such precious cargo from start to finish, with its own loading masters provided for all operations. Among the new regular routes accommodated by BBC will be regular connections from the Caribbean to Northern Europe, Florida to Brazil, and to Dubai. All other worldwide requests can also be accommodated. DYT's global routes for its semi-submersibles currently include the U.S. East Coast (Newport, Rhode Island and Port Everglades, Florida), the Mediterranean (Toulon, France; Genoa, Italy; Marmaris, Turkey; Palma de Mallorca, Spain), Northern Europe (La Rochelle and Cherbourg, France), the Caribbean (St. Thomas, Martinique), the Pacific West Coast (Golfito, Costa Rica; La Paz and Ensenada, Mexico and Vancouver, B.C., Canada) and the South Pacific (Papeete, Tahiti; Auckland, New Zealand and Brisbane, Australia). More about DYT Dockwise Yacht Transport (DYT), headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., specializes in the maritime transport of private luxury yachts and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dockwise Ltd., the global leader in maritime transports of extremely large and heavy cargoes. DYT's ships utilize semi-submersible dock bays that allow yachts of any size to be safely floated on and off as cargo. Since its maiden voyage in 1987, the company has transported over 8,000 motor and sailing yachts to various destinations around the globe, offering owners and charterers safe and easy access to many of the world’s premier cruising grounds. Along with area representatives around the globe, DYT has additional operating offices in Italy, France, Martinique and Newport (RI). More about BBC BBC Chartering & Logistic, headquartered in Leer, Germany, is one of the world's largest break-bulk and project carriers providing service to the construction, mining and energy industries. BBC has a diverse fleet including more than 140 multi-purpose vessels with a lifting capacity of up to 500 mts. With 18 regional offices on six continents, BBC can provide efficient, reliable and flexible worldwide innovative solutions to the most complex delivery needs. BBC's logistic solutions include Door-to-Door transport, assembling carried goods at the discharge port and cargo operations in shallow draft. For more information, visit http://www.yacht-transport.com or contact Catalina Bujor, Dockwise Yacht Transport, 954-525-8707, pr@dockwise-yt.com. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Once again the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show was a huge success for us and well worth the trip over. Despite poor weather raining on our parade the 48th edition of the world's largest boat show featuring more than 2 billion dollars worth of boats, yachts, superyachts, electronics, engines and thousands of accessories from every major marine manufacturer and builder worldwide continues to reign as one of the best boat shows in the world. The Australian contingent experienced enormous interest again and it looks like being a very busy 2008 for all downunder. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 http://www.oceanmagazine.com.au/ Sanctuary Cove Show to Celebrate 20th Anniversary Planning is underway for the 20th annual Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show staged on Thursday, May 22 to Sunday, May 25, 2008. "The Show enjoyed a sensational year in 2007, breaking records with 53,627 visitors and 456 exhibitors," said Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show general manager Barry Jenkins. "We're looking at consolidating that success and making the 20th anniversary event the best ever." For further information visit www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au  Superyacht Solutions Commissioned by Sunseeker
Australian based marine painters Superyacht Solutions recently completed application of a dramatic metallic silver paint finish to the superstructure of a 108' Sunseeker at the British yacht builder's new yard in Portland, Dorset. This is the second such job commissioned by Sunseeker and has been pronounced an outstanding success by all involved. According to Superyacht' director, Steve Wicks, it is a credit to the entire Australian marine industry that an antipodean team can provide discerning European clients with a cost-effective, high quality product. For further information Tel Superyacht Solutions +61 (0)7 5502 8255 300 Tonne Refit Shed Christened With A Lot Of Tango 
Rivergate Marina and Shipyard's new purpose-built 300 tonne refit shed was christened in style this month with the 37metre Australian superyacht, MY Tango.
The 55 metre superyacht refit shed opened in early August and is a perfect compliment to Rivergate's 300 tonne Travelift. Rivergate also boasts a 12,000 sqm hardstand, 104 berth superyacht marina and 21 trades within the facility. Designed and operated to accommodate the superyacht market, Rivergate's facilities also include a fully equipped crew lounge for up to 25 people, wireless communications throughout the site, a café, stringent on-site security and state of the art environmental systems. The total package, including the project management capabilities and knowledge of Yacht Group Australia, places Rivergate in a league of its own. Attracting a lot of attention - Rivergate and Yacht Group Australia recently completed a major refit and engineering project on a 52 metre oceAnco and have another 58 metre international yacht on it's way to join MY Tango. Andrew Short Marine Expands to The Spit With the recent purchase of Ferguson's Boat shed Marina at The Spit Mosman, Andrew Short Marine now offers their customers the convenience of an on water sales and service outlet on Middle Harbour. Ferguson's Boat shed Marina offers an opportunity for customers to view and experience first hand the impressive Sea Ray Sports Yacht and yacht range from 36 feet and above including the recently released Sea Ray 60 Sundancer. Also available now for the first time in Australia is the brand new Sea Ray 55 Sundancer. Ferguson's Boat shed Marina operates a travel lift and slipway services for boats up to 30 tonne, marina berths, moorings and a licensed restaurant right on the shores of Middle Harbour. 
Riviera Celebrates Graduating Apprentices Australia's largest luxury boat builder, Riviera, celebrated as a group of 33 excited young people completed their apprenticeships to become fully qualified boat industry tradespeople. The celebration during a dinner at Helensvale State High School, attended by 17 of the graduates, marked another milestone in Riviera's groundbreaking schools-based apprentice program. They will all now join Riviera's team of about 1,000 qualified tradespeople building the company's award-winning boats. Riviera's school-based apprentice training program is the largest and most comprehensive in the Australian boat building industry and one of the leading school-based systems anywhere in the country. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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