The Maharashtra Maritime Board has invited developers to build marina across the state’s 720-km coastline. If things go according to the plan, Mumbai alone may get a few marinas, which will be equipped with restaurants, plazas and water sports facilities.
A marina is a harbour with wharfs keeping boats and yachts, and with services for recreation boating. Normally, a marina has refuelling, washing and repair facilities, ship chandlers, stores and restaurants. A marina has ground facilities like parking lots and boat trailers. Unlike a port, marina does not handle large passenger …

Dutch 14-year-old Laura Dekker will leave Portimão, Portugal, tomorrow to begin her attempt to become the world’s youngest solo circumnavigator.
Her manager Peter Klarenbeek said the teenager was at sea today doing final equipment tests before leaving tomorrow on a journey that could take up to two years.
Dekker arrived in Portugal on her red-hulled, 11.5-metre ketch Guppy last Saturday with her father after a ten-day voyage from her native Netherlands.
She left Den Osse in the southwest Netherlands days after winning a 10-month court battle with child welfare authorities who had been …

The last time Guy Barnett was bobbing around Dartmouth harbour it was aboard a leaky 80-year-old trawler as he attempted to scrape a living taking tourists mackerel fishing.
The last time Guy Barnett was bobbing around Dartmouth harbour it was aboard a leaky 80-year-old trawler as he attempted to scrape a living taking tourists mackerel fishing.  But after marrying the daughter of one of Canada’s richest men he has returned to the Devon port at the helm of something a little grander – a £100 million super yacht.
The 35-year-old left Dartmouth …

Ocean Blue Marinas, the company behind India’s first marina at the Bolgatty Island in Kochi announces the inauguration of KTDC’s “Kochi International Marina” scheduled to take place on April 24, 2010 at 6 pm.
The marina will be inaugurated by India’s Honorable Union Minister for Defence, Mr. A. K. Antony, and Honorable Minster for Home, Vigilance and Tourism, Mr. Kodiyeri Balakrishnan who will be presiding over the function.
This marina project, with state-of-the-art facilities, is a Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) venture and is located on the eastern coast of Bolgatty Island …

After being a pioneer in bringing the luxury yachting to Eastern Coast of India, Miramar Marines- an exclusive dealer of Sunreef Yachts and Catamarans in India has now associated with Yes Bank for promoting its luxury yacht financing product throughout India.

Yes Bank’s specialised luxury banking group will provide customised financing options based on the landed cost of Sunreef Yachts. Being a one-of-kind lifestyle asset product, the classical financing terms of loan amount, tenor of loan and interest rate will be determined based on individual requirements. As part of Yes …

And so it begins… clearing all doubts, uncertainties and misconceptions, the MIBS 2010 has launched successfully on the 18th of Feb 2010. As a yearly routine the MIBS launched with a preview night for VIP’s by invitation only. The VIP preview also accompanied an elaborate fashion show, showcasing some of India’s leading designers.

From Jet ski’s, Kayaks, wake boards, Outboads, yachts, mega yachts and even yacht rentals are all available under one roof at the MIBS. There are also some nifty yacht toys available like the Sea Bob available at the …

In its fourth edition, the Mumbai International Boat Show 2010 (MIBS) on February 18th to 21st February 2010 is the only show of its kind to be held in Mumbai with both a substantial land and sea component. Over 15000 sq. mtrs. space on land at the Bandra-Kurla Complex and a marina with space for over 30 boats at the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai harbor, will make up MIBS 2010.

MIBS 2010 is also pleased to announce an exclusive sponsorship tie-up with India’s largest media house The Times of …

1) Established since 2007, now in its fourth year, the Mumbai International Boat Show has been enjoying phenomenal success year-on-year and is today seen as being on par with annual calendar boat shows the world over.
2) Designated as the only third ‘official’ calendar event in Mumbai, after the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon and The Times of India Mumbai Festival.
3) Supported by:
• Government of Maharashtra
• Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC)
•  Indian Navy
• Mumbai Port Trust
•  Yachting Association of India
• FICCI
•  Indian Trade Promotion Organization
•  Indian Coast Guard
4) Organized by: An independent company; Mumbai …

A new hobby has caught Katrina Kaif’s fancy — yacht sailing. The actress, who is a big fan of water sports, wants to learn this sport professionally. A source said, “Sailing as a sports activity has always fascinated Katrina. She always wanted to take lessons to master the art. There are several courses offered in the UK and Kats wants to give it a shot.”
Kats has even discussed this with her brother, who also enjoys water sports. “In fact the two may take up this sailing course together,” added the …

The 2nd Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS), the Middle East’s first and only show exclusively for yachts over 25 metres long, is going all out to woo Saudi Arabian visitors to the exhibition, which runs at Abu Dhabi’s prestigious Yas Marina from February 25-27.
The show organisers say visitors from the Kingdom are among the most sought-after by exhibitors and represented one of the largest markets for last year’s highly successful ADYS launch edition.
“Saudi Arabian yacht buyers and charterers rank high on the prospect list of many of the show’s international …

The much awaited industry led IMF “Boating days” boat show which is  scheduled to be held from 29-31 January 2010 is currently facing some choppy waters. Almost 10 days away, the event which was scheduled to be held at the Cooperage grounds in Mumbai is now facing some government intervention restricting the much anticipated event from being held in what would ideally be the perfect venue for any boat show.

Inspite of the necessary permissions in place, the collector of Mumbai has addressed the use of the ground as a cause of concern as …