Tag: speed

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.

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The new Azimut 38 and Atlantis Verve 36 at the London Boat Show 2011

Azimut Benetti Group presents two great small boats at the Tullet Prebon London International Boat Show: Azimut 38 and Atlantis Verve 36. Two projects that have brought major innovation into the sector, quickly becoming benchmarks for the competition. This is the United Kingdom debut of Atlantis Verve… Continue Reading “The new Azimut 38 and Atlantis Verve 36 at the London Boat Show 2011”

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The 2010 season ends in Dubai with Fazza crowned world champions at 170mph

Arif Al Zafeen and Nader Bin Hendi secured their ninth win of the season at the Emirates/Dubai Duty-Free Dubai Grand Prix, dedicating the victory to their late teammates. The victory also clinched the Middle East Class 1 Championship for Fazza, adding to their World and European crowns. They finished the race at an average speed of 178.38kmph.

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New moves from the new Mulder 59 Convertible

Mulder Shipyard in the Netherlands exhibited its new Mulder 59 Convertible ‘Soft Top’ at the HISWA Amsterdam in-water Boat Show in September. One of the unique features of the yacht is its fully automated convertible hood.

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Class 1 offshore power boats – Italian results

Sunday, 4 October, STRESA (Italy): Victory 1’s Mohammad Al Mehairi, in his debut season in Class 1, and Jean-Marc Sanchez were crowned European Champions after finishing second in Race 2 of the Italian Grand Prix, round 4 of the UIM-WPPA Class 1 World Powerboat… Continue Reading “Class 1 offshore power boats – Italian results”

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L’hydroptere the world’s fastest sailing yacht

I know we usually only report on the type of boats powered by burning fuel but when you come across a yacht that can put to shame many engine-powered vessels you have to say something to the world about it. So I introduce to you… Continue Reading “L’hydroptere the world’s fastest sailing yacht”

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160 mph plus Class 1 power boat championship – Romanian results 2009

The UIM Class 1 offshore powerboat championship combines speed and technology, providing a thrilling experience for spectators. These super-rich superboats can reach over 160 mph, powered by modified V8 and V12 900hp engines. Fazza claimed victory in the Romanian Grand Prix, with Welmax and Maritimo 11 also achieving top positions. The championship can be witnessed at http://www.worldsportsboats.ning.com.

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Tell us your favourite small sports boat brand

Here’s your chance to tell us who you think should be king of the small sports boats brands. Give us your vote and we will post the results in a few weeks time: Happy Voting!

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