Category: World Sports Boats

World Sports Boats news and information on the Leisure boat launches and shows.

Boat of the Year 2014 – Winner Announced!

2014 was packed with exciting product launches from many of the world’s leading sports cruiser and sports yacht manufacturers. The World Sports Boats team chose 12 of our favorites and put them up for the public vote. After 1000’s of votes from our visitors… Continue Reading “Boat of the Year 2014 – Winner Announced!”

2014 Class-1 Italian Grand Prix at Terracina

Luca Fendi and Giovanni Carpitella produced a breath taking performance to take their first win together in C1 at the team’s home Grand Prix, with Aquasport’s Daniel Cramphorn and Nico Huybens producing a totally dominant performance to win in V1.

51st UIM Class 1 2014 season set to be the best yet

This season sees Class 1 lining up for its 51st year since being sanctioned by the sports’ World Governing Body, the Union Internationale Motonautique (U.I.M.) in 1964, with the exciting prospect of new venues, an increasing number of race boats with the addition of… Continue Reading “51st UIM Class 1 2014 season set to be the best yet”

A new world is born on the flagship Ferretti 960

The largest planing recreational boat ever built by Ferretti Yachts is born. A slender, sporty 96-footer ensuring top performances in its category and characterized by an optimized outdoor and interior layout, starting from the master quarters, located for the first time on the main… Continue Reading “A new world is born on the flagship Ferretti 960”

Sealine brand ceases trading after 40 years of building luxury cruisers

Sealine, a prominent British boat builder founded in 1978, declared bankruptcy in May 2013 after over 40 years in business. The brand faced challenges under two ownership changes, impacting its sales strategy. Concerns arise in the British boat industry regarding competitive trading outside Europe, amid tough economic conditions and restrictive visa policies.

Who has become the 2011 European Champions at 160mph in the Class 1 Italian offshore Grand Prix

Victory’s Arif Al Zafeen and Nadir bin Hendi completed the perfect weekend winning race 2 of the Italian Grand Prix to clinch the 2011 Class 1 European Championship in an incident-filled afternoon which saw Italians Luca Formilli Fendi and Giovanni Carpitella crash out.

Welcome to the world ‘s biggest in water boat show the 52nd Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show® Offers the complete boating experience, with everything from luxurious Super Yachts to fun for the whole family. Whether you are traveling to Fort Lauderdale on vacation or already live in the “Venice of America,” the 52nd annual Fort Lauderdale International… Continue Reading “Welcome to the world ‘s biggest in water boat show the 52nd Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show”

No where to hide at 160 mph in the Norwegian UIM Class 1 offshore power boat Grand Prix 2011

Sheikh Hassan bin Jabor Al-Thani celebrated his 50th race start and his first win in Class 1 alongside Steve Curtis with a superb flag-to-finish victory in race 1 of the BMW Norwegian Grand Prix.

2011 new attractions at the new look Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show

London’s biggest and best-loved boating experience, the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show 2011, returns to ExCeL London today, running from 7 – 16 January, bringing a host of brand new features and attractions as well as regular Show favourites to the capital. The new look… Continue Reading “2011 new attractions at the new look Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show”

Bad boys new Bertram 800 sets a new record pace

The Bertram 800, the newest flagship of the Bertram fleet, combines luxury and sport fishing. With advanced design and technology, it offers extreme power, luxury, and comfort. The yacht features cutting-edge engineering, advanced window technology, and exclusive Anti-rolling Gyro technology. Its spacious layout and crew accommodations make it a comfortable and functional choice for sport fishing enthusiasts.

Opening the gates to the world’s largest Boat Show

It’s that time of year again for the world’s largest international boat show to raise its gates, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, lives up to its nickname as “Yachting Capital of the World”, hosting the 51st Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on October 28-November 1, 2010. With more than… Continue Reading “Opening the gates to the world’s largest Boat Show”