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 …

The 6th Goa International Boat Show has kicked off and is now open to public.Jet skis, speed boats, cruisers, luxury yachts, mega yachts,  chartering companies, boat building companies, navigation equipment sellers, fun boat sellers  right upto fishing tackle… its all under one roof.  International exhibitors from all over the country are participating in Goa’s biggest boat show. Day 1 started in typical exhibition fashion with last minute tweaks in the exhibiton stands.

Off with big bang – The 6th annual Goa International Boat Show was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Goa Shri Digambar Kamat who was …

The muchawaited goa international boat 2010 show is finally here. The festivities have started in full swing and exhibitors are conducting their last minute checks.

From the smallest to the biggest companies, almost everyone is here competing at one of the biggest industry platform.

The pictures you are seeing are of one day prior to the event.

We will be covering the show live from the event. we look forward to see all our readers there.

The 6th edition of the  Goa International Boat show which is scheduled to be held between 15-17th Jan 2010 at Panjim is now offering Pre event registeration forms for their esteemed customers.
With tons of new local and international exhibitors participating in probably what can be considered as the biggest boat show ever, the organizers expect a large turnout of customers for which they have insured smooth  access within the exhibition.
Customer service –
As GIBS 2010 is all about customer service, the organizers  “Trinity Gropup” are not only are they providing assistance in an …

Healthcare entrepreneur Hugh Westbrook’s plan was to spend $60 million to create 300 jobs by transforming the Merrill-Stevens boatyard into a megayacht hub.
Five years after buying it, Westbrook has laid off all but 28 employees and has shuttered the business, which has been in continuous operation on the Miami River since 1923.
Westbrook said the economic downturn has been brutal on the boating industry.
In the last two years, Merrill-Stevens has downsized from 160 employees to 28, which includes security and backroom people needed to keep the operation going.
And the financial pain …

If you are ferrying your way to Alibaug this weekend, do not be surprised to see Akshaye Khanna zooming ahead in his own speed boat. The actor has the unique hobby of collecting speed boats, and recently put it to good use. While shooting for Anil Kapoor’s No Problem, Akshaye offered the use of his speed boats.

The cast and crew of No Problem were to shoot 2 kms off the sea shore. So Akshaye suggested that they should use his speed boats to travel for the shoot. And that’s exactly …

You can usher in this New Year’s at a boat party, with the Gateway of India in the backdrop.

The Mumbai police have allowed boat owners to organise New Year parties and cruises near the Gateway of India.
After the November 26, 2008 terror strikes — 10 Pakistani assailants came by sea and indiscriminately fired at Mumbaiites, killing 173 people — the police had refused boat operators permission to conduct New Year parties and cruises.
“There is no need to press the panic button. My men can control the situation on New Year’s …

Tipplers who wished to party on boats on New Year’s Eve will have to postpone their plans. A senior excise officer said that keeping in mind the constant security threat to Mumbai through sea, the Indian Navy has asked the Maharashtra state excise department to extend the decision they had taken last year after 26/11 and not issue liquor permits to boat owners this year too.

The officer added, “Only the city collector has the authority to make the required changes.” City collector Idzes Kundan said, “We are looking into the …

Around twenty boats moored at Windermere Marina Village had sunk last month due to the floods.
The affected boats were all attached to fixed piers at the site.
Unlike boats tethered to floating buoys, they were unable to rise and fall with the changing water levels.
Some boats were fully submerged while others were sticking out the water.
Below are series of photos of some of the damage caused at Windermere Marina Village.

Tiger Woods is said to be preparing to go into hiding aboard his super-yacht to escape the storm of publicity over his alleged affairs. Staff were spotted readying the vessel, named Privacy, at a marina near his home in Florida in what is believed to be a bid to save his marriage. The £13.5 million, 155ft yacht, which wife Elin Nordegren once described as “a private respite for our family to relax and escape”, was spotted being loaded with supplies throughout yesterday.

The 33-year-old golfer and his wife have been in …

Oceanco successfully launched the commanding 85.47m Mega Yacht, Y705. This tailor-made Oceanco Superyacht has been built for owners who have approached the project with great enthusiasm.

Y705 is based on the proven technical Oceanco Y700 platform. Her exterior is by Björn Johansson Design and her interior by Terence Disdale Design under the specific guidance of her owners. Not least because of her eye-catching teal coloured hull, Y705 is certain to stand out amongst the yachts in the Mediterranean this summer.
All exterior decks have been designed to include water features …