Neo Yachting is proud to introduce and recommend GOODWILL as exclusive partner for the charter of Private Jets worldwide!

We are pleased to inform you that Lady J, Mangusta 108' will be visible in Singapore during the Yacht Show which will take place at the end of the month of April from the 26th to the 29th (BERTH E12). She will be presented by our group under the Martello Yachting brand and Nicolas Valin will personally be at the show to welcome you.

We would also inform you that the owner has decided to drop the price from 6.2 MUSD to 5.9 MUSD effective as of now.

Axantha II is available both for Charter and for Sale.

The Open House will take place between 11pm and 6pm on Wednesday March 21 and you will be able to meet with the captain and the build captain to answer to all your questions.

Axantha II is located at Marina Oneglia in the center of the city of Imperia. Travelling by car from Monaco or Antibes, exit the motor way using the second exit for Imperia (East) and go straight towards the city center. There is a large parking at the East of the harbor. 

Axantha II is the second Expedition vessel launched by the JFA yard in Concarneau and ordered by the same owner. The later has decided to move onto a new build project and is offering this unique opportunity to purchase a 141’ new expedition yacht fully equipped and ready to go. Designed by Vripack and inspired by the project of long trips with a high level of comfort, Axantha II leans upon technical choices that are simple, reliable and reasonable.

The ILO's Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006 provides comprehensive rights and protection at work for the world's more than 1.2 million seafarers. The Convention aims to achieve both decent work for seafarers and secure economic interests in fair competition for quality shipowners.

With the ratification of the MLC, 2006 by Australia last December, 22 ILO member States, representing over 56 per cent of the world gross tonnage of ships, are now parties to the Convention. Of the twenty-two ratifications, twelve have been received in 2011 with the majority of these received in the last six months, which shows that national ratification efforts are now nearing completion in many countries in all regions. It is expected that the additional eight ratifications will be obtained in the following three to six moths making it possible for the MLC, 2006 to enter into force in early 2013.

It is important to note that the MLC 2006 applies to all ships, whether publicly or privately owned, that are ordinarily engaged in commercial activities. It will be up to each flag state to determine the later. Ships over 500 GT will have to be certified. Ships below 500 GT will only be required to undergo inspections every 3 years.

The 14 matters and corresponding regulations that must be addressed in the DMLC are:

- Minimum age
- Medical certification
- Qualifications of seafarers
- Use of any licensed or certified or regulated private recruitment and placement service
- Seafarers’ employment agreements
- Payment of wages
- Hours of work or rest
- Manning levels for the ship
- Accommodation
- On-board recreational facilities
- Food and catering
- On-board medical care
- Health and safety and accident prevention
- On-board complaint procedures

What will be the main changes for the yacht owners and manager?
- Flag state inspections under the MLC2006.
- New standards for crew quarters and work conditions for new builds
- New rules for Health protection, medical care, wel- fare measures and other forms of social protection
- Revised crew employment agreements

At Neo Yachting, we are working to anticipate the changes allowing a smooth transition for our clients.

Read more on: www.ilo.org

Neo Yachting and strategic partner for Asia Martello Yachting will be pleased to meet you at the following shows and events in the coming months in Asia. In our continuous efforts to develop Yachting in Asia, both our companies have committed to provide a strong presence during the most important yacht shows in Asia.

- PIMEX ( Phuket Boat Show): 29th March - 1st April 2012
www.phuketboatshow.com

- Hainan Rendez-vous (China): April 5 - 8, 2012
http://hainanrendezvous.com/en/

- Boat Asia Singapore: April 12 - 15, 2012
http://www.boat-asia.com/home/home.asp

- Shanghai Boat Show: April 19-22, 2012
http://www.boatshowchina.com/Default.aspx?language=en-US

- Singapore Yacht Show: April 27 - 29, 2012
http://singaporeyachtshow.com/

- Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show: May 11 - 13, 2012
www.hongkonggoldcoastboatshow.com

- Asia Boating Awards: May 10, 2012
http://www.asiaboatingawards.com/

JFA Yachts is proud to announce that Axantha II has been selected as finalist at World Superyacht Awards 2012 in the category “Displacement Motor yacht of below 500GT”. The ceremony will take place in Istanbul, Turkey on 5 May, 2012.

Axantha II is 43 meter long and has been delivered in April 2011. She is available for charter in the Mediterranean.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need more information!

Lady J is a 33.40m Mangusta 108 motor yacht built in 2006 by Overmarine in Italy. Her main engines only show 820 hours of usage and she is in pristine condition. The yacht's interior has been designed by Overmarine and has exterior styling by Stefano Righini Design. Lady J has a GRP hull and superstructure and is built to comply to MCA and BV standards. Lady J has a cruising speed of 30 knots, max speed of 37.00 knots and a range of 400 nautical miles. Lady J offers accommodation for up to 10 guests in 4 cabines with a crew of 6.

From Beijing, Praha, Singapore and Nice... ... the Neo Yachting team wishes you and your family a Happy New Year! May 2012 keep you in the best of health, brings you success, wonderful new opportunities. Let’s never forget this chance that we have been given to be able to enjoy such amazing moments of life and never regret anything that once made you smile!

If you are looking for a charter yacht with an excellent crew and captain that know the Bahamas and Exumas inside out, look no further! Dragon is the best choice.

Stunning lines, shallow keel that enables her to cruise in Exumas no problem, top-notch entertainment features and toys' inventory, all has been thought and designed for your pleasure.

She is still available for a charter over the Xmas and New Year holidays starting from 125,000 USD + additional expenses. Dragon can accommodate 8 guests in 4 cabins.

For more more information on MY DRAGON, please click here.

MY EMMY is currently being shipped to Panama on the Super Servant 4 and the ETA is December 29. She will be delivered to her new owner who will be using her privately and for charter in one of the most beautiful cruising areas in the Pacific. EMMY will be based in Fuerte Amador Resort & Marina of Panama City just off the Las Perlas archipelago (30 nautical miles) and 200 nautical miles from Coiba Island and the coast of Costa Rica.

The Pearl Islands (Spanish: Archipiélago de las Perlas or Islas de las Perlas) are a group of 100 or more islands (many tiny and uninhabited) lying about 30 miles (48 km) off the Pacific coast of Panama in the Gulf of Panama. The most notable island is Contadora Island (or Isla Contadora in Spanish), known for its resorts. Contadora was said to be used by the Spanish conquistadors as a stop for taking inventory of booty prior to returning to Spain, hence the name (contador means counter or bookkeeper in Spanish). Contadora is a resort island, with many homes owned by wealthy Panamanians.
The largest island, at about 30 square miles (78 km2), is Isla del Rey ("Island of the King"), its name probably a religious reference rather than a reference to a secular king. Isla del Rey has several towns, most notably San Miguel. It is easily larger than the other Pearl Islands combined, and is the second largest island in Panama, after Coiba.
Source: Wikipedia.

Coiba is the largest island in Central America, with an area of 503 square kilometers, off the Pacific coast of the Panamanian province of Veraguas. It is part of the Montijo District of that province.
Coiba's underwater topography is linked by the underwater Cordillera mountain chain to Coco's and the Galapagos Islands. Scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have proclaimed it an unparalleled destination for discovering new species. Rachel Collin, a Smithsonian project coordinator said: "It's hard to imagine, while snorkeling around a tropical island that's so close to the United States, that half the animals you see are unknown to science.”
Its unique location protects it from the damaging winds and other effects of El Niño, allowing it to sustain the uninterrupted evolution of new marine species including whale and tiger sharks, sperm whales, sea turtles, angel rays and giant schools of fish. It is also the last refuge for a number of threatened terrestrial animals such as the crested eagle and several sub-species of agouti, possum and howler monkey (including a Coiba Island Howler Monkey).
The waters adjacent to the island are teeming with marine life. It is surrounded by one of the largest coral reefs on the Pacific Coast of the Americas. The Indo-Pacific current through the Gulf of Chiriqui provides a unique dive environment. The warm current brings with it coral and many of the pacific tropical underwater life that you would not expect on the Pacific Coast of the Americas. Also with it come the larger fish/mammals such as humpback whales, sharks, whale sharks, orcas and more.
Source: Wikipedia.

For the 2012 and 3rd edition of the Hainan Rendez-vous (April 5 - 8, 2012), Neo Yachting has decided to go big! Thanks to the success of our participation in 2011, we have planned to double the space of our display and will be organizing 2 evenings with our partners to introduce "Luxury Lifestyle by Neo Yachting" to the Chinese clientèle. Stay tuned for more news!

One of the largest and most incredible Open Yachts is currently on route to Asia where she will be available for charter starting from December 20, 2011. If you wish to learn more about the yacht and availability, please contact us or look at the ebrochure.

Not the most typical superyacht we are used to deal with, but a great day boat to enjoy the French Riviera! Her owner wishes to have her sold fast so please do not hesitate to inquire. The asking price is 240,000 EUR (VAT paid) and she is lying in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, next to Nice. Click here for more details!

I am pleased to inform you that the owner of Axantha II has decided to sell his yacht. This is a unique opportunity on the market for you to purchase a brand new Explorer yacht of 43m built and designed with the aim of extremely long range, full operating reliability, total comfort and "classy" style.

Axantha II is the second boat her owner has built with the same spirit: delivered in April 2003,the first Axantha - now called "Zeepaard" – was a 37 m Explorer yacht which her owner sold while building Axantha II. Axantha I, now moored in the South Pacific, has indeed sailed around the world in a splendid way with her extremely pleased second owner, thus clearly demonstrating the technical and economical value of the yacht's concept as well as the quality of its built.

Axantha II is an Explorer (or Expedition) yacht whose concept and spirit is fully in-line with the current yachting trend and whose quality of design and built has thus been tested to the fullest possible extent. Her range is an exceptional 7900 mile range which clearly puts it at the top of its league.

Axantha II is brand new and available immediately. If you wish to visit her in Genoa, please contact Nicolas Valin

MYBA, The Worldwide Yachting Association and the owner of the successful MYBA Yacht Charter Show in Genoa, reports its plans to run a Super Yacht Brokerage Show in Nice, a popular luxury yacht charter destination, in Spring 2012

The concept of a spring brokerage event is that pre-season buyers should be able to take advantage of inspecting a wide range of yachts grouped in one place for their convenience.
The show will focus on the large sailing and motor yacht brokerage market and will have an emphasis on giving brokerage houses a simple, cost conscious, efficient platform to encourage super yacht sales.
As the owner of the successful MYBA Yacht Charter Show in Genoa, MYBA is no stranger to yacht shows and intends to bring many of the effective, yet no nonsense features from the Genoa show to this new super yacht brokerage event.

The MYBA Charter Show will take place from May 2 to 6, 2011 in Genoa. This is an event not to be missed by yacht charter professionals, attended by the most prestigious charter agencies and brokers globally. The exhibition is a select showcase for luxury charter yachts and the most exclusive display of ancillary services for the yachting industry. The MYBA Charter Show’s continued success is highlighted by the number and quality of attendees over the years.

For more information about the show, click here

From April 1 to 4, society’s luminaries, A-list celebrities, seasoned jet-setters and connoisseurs will descend onto the sparkling waters of Hainan Island for a unique extravaganza that celebrates luxury living. Hainan Rendez-Vous is a revolutionary event that combines China's largest business jet show, leading yacht show and luxury property and lifestyle showcase in one. The island will be transformed into a glittering paradise where the red carpet is laid out for four days of non-stop festivities.

The Neo Yachting team will be please to meet you on stand G9.

It is rare to meet a yacht owner who is so passionate about his yacht and so available! So we have interviewed the owner of MY 360° and asked him about the new interior decor of the yacht revealed last week...

- Who are the artists who helped you with the design?
The 360 yacht retrofit was designed by two California designers, Yvonne Colacion of Colacion Studios and Kathy Troutfetter of Laidlaw Schultz architects.

- What was the inspiration of the interior design?
The classic sweeping lines on the vessel’s exterior was the inspiration for the interior’s modernistic interpretation of art deco design. Colacion Studio and Laidlaw Schultz architects focused on creating an elegant, energetic environment, reminiscent of the 1920's, but with all the amenities expected by today's yachter. The interior is rich in texture and detail, recalling the art deco era with a modern twist, uplifting the spirit and soothing the soul. Colacion Studio and Laidlaw Schultz architects worked with ISA Yachts on the retro fit of the classic yacht pulling from international resources from France, Italy, Japan, Germany, Thailand , as well as the United States for this modern deco interior.

- What was the aim when designing the interior of MY 360°?
Meeting a large while sophisticated design appeal... This luxury yacht offers guests a diversity of socializing and entertainment spaces. Breath taking panoramic views from the Main Salon and Observation deck are further defined by the usage of wenge blinds acting as picture frames for magnificent ocean views. In the Main Salon, while exploring the details of the two decorative screens influenced by the great art deco designer Edgar Brandt, guests are enticed to experience the ocean views once again. This richness of details and finishes continues to engage the guest with ebony accents, fine silk velvets at the sofa and a rich and lush silk and wool carpet throughout the Main Salon. On the Observation Deck the 360 surprises the guest with an uplifting leopard custom wool rug which is both sophisticated and playful. For video entertainment viewing guests are invited into a large seating arrangement grounded by a fireplace opposite a Hollywood inspired art deco sofa and four large comfortable deco lounge chairs, richly detailed with wood accent.

- And does the dream carry on with the guest's accommodations ?
Diversity and surprise inspired the design of each guest cabins. Each room was approached as a unique experience; the Owner’s Suite is bold, rich in art deco influence with it's large ebony headboard, writing desk, rich bedding materials and large seating area. The 360's VIP suite is certainly art deco with a modern twist in it's precise usage of ebony above the headboard, it's large scale decorative mirror and inviting deco lounge chair provided by the great reproduction art deco house, Anne Hauck. The smaller guest cabins are both uniquely different, the starboard cabin offering an uplifting light and elegant experience with its expansive usage of mirror above a delicately carved adjoining headboard. While the port side guest cabin is bold and soothing, this clean bold approach is extended through the forward double cabin.

MY Malandrino (Benetti 85' - 2009) and MY Indulgence of Poole (Mangusta 86' Fly - 1998) are both available for charter during the Monaco F1 Grand-Prix which will take place between May 26 and 29, 2011. Both yachts will be berthed between "Tabac Corner" and the swimming pool for prime track view.

Her impressive reputation in the charter industry is understandable thanks to being perfectly maintained and thoroughly equipped with safety and entertainment equipment and, thanks to its extremely professional crew committed to offering five star service. She offers accommodation for up to 10 guests in 4 cabins, all with en-suite facilities. The owner’s stateroom boasts a bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and shower. Living space is plentiful both outside and inside – making her ideal for entertaining. The arrangement of the day accommodation with a saloon and separate dining room, together with spacious aft deck and fly bridge make her ideal for corporate entertainment, offering flexibility by facilitating an onboard office/board room separate from the entertainments area.

Neo Yachting joins the ECPY.

The European Committee for Professional Yachting was created in January 1993. This unique association counts over 50 corporate members from various areas of the yachting industry. ECPY has been defending the interests of yachting professionals for over 15 years and has contributed to the recognition, by the authorities, of the economic weight of the industry.

Read more on www.ecpy.org

Formula One’s historic street-course race roars through the streets of Monaco each May, and the best seats in the city are onboard the luxurious motor yachts docked in the famous Port Hercule.

Watching from the private deck of a yacht is an exclusive experience that offers not just exclusive views of every twist and turn, but also red-carpet access to post-race hotspots such as Jimmy’z Night Club, one of the most extravagant evening venues in the world.

Yachts are a personalised alternative to busy city hotels. With a private yacht, there is instant access to the high-stakes gaming tables at the Casino de Monaco. Restaurants, clubs, and boutiques in Monaco cater to the world’s wealthiest individuals, with haute couture designers and internationally renowned jewelers dominating the prestigious Cercle d’Or shopping square.

For a more intimate experience, it’s just a short cruise to Villefranche-sur-Mer or San Remo, where colorful markets and stunning hilltop views welcome pedestrians seeking authentic Riviera charm.

For Luxury Yacht Charter, Monaco is literally the center of the yachting universe. Nearly every super and mega yacht on the charter market can be chartered from Monaco, and Monaco is a must-stop destination for charters in the French and Italian Riviera.

Monaco is an easy starting point for charters, as it is just 20 minutes from Nice Airport. The principality, given the luxury tastes of its inhabitants, also offers everything imaginable for provisioning even the most demanding of charters. Please see our French Riviera Charter Guide to immerse yourself in the possiblities of chartering out of Monaco.

If you're chartering a sailboat or small motor yacht, it will most likely be in Fontvieille (the port on the west side of the palace), or in neighboring towns such as Beaulieu-sur-Mer or Villefranche-sur-Mer, as berth spaces in Port Hercule are scarce and very pricy. A delightful day charter from Monaco would include a stop off in picturesque Villefranche, the classy St Jean Cap Ferrat, and a tour around Cap d'Antibes to Cannes and back.

You'll see some of the most expensive coastline in the world, plenty of super yachts, charming ports, and villas owned by Bono, Bill Gates, Paul Allen, and others.

Chartered sailing yachts come in a huge variety of boat types and designs, from tiny dinghies to larger sloops, catamarans and ketches, to full-size schooners. They are quiet, and for the most part, at the mercy of the winds. Of course, luxury sailing yachts come with diesel engines to make sure that the vessels always arrives at their destinations on time. Preferred for leisurely travels in a general area, sailing yachts require a crew with a specific skill set. Sailing a sailboat entails handling rigging, which a motor yacht doesn't have. On the whole, the amenities on sailing yachts are luxurious but simple, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxing, luxury vacation without the noise of electronic entertainments or diesel engines.

Motor yachts, on the other hand, are all about power. With one or two (or more) diesel engines to power both the propellers and the onboard electronics, motor yachts can offer larger accommodations with more modern entertainments and amenities. Motor yachts commonly have entertainments that require a great deal of electricity, like a hot tub, a disco, a small cinema or a beauty salon. Both sailing and motor yachts have a swimming platform at the stern, a few guest cabins and the crew living area. But, on some motor yachts, the number of crew can equal or surpass the number of guests! More diesel power means more people are necessary to care of more amenities.