In This Issue

SPOTLIGHTS

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Azimut 120

The new, spacious yacht in the Azimut Grande line is the 120SL, and the first one was bought by a Chinese businessman 

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Predator 115

The Predator 115 features aggressive looks and plenty of on-board comfort, plus the option to make her into a great charter yacht

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Baia 100

The first Baia 100 to arrive in Hong Kong got plenty of attention – we go on-board Argonauts to find out what’s behind that purple hull

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Oyster 100DS

Mike Owen gets a first-hand look at the first-ever superyacht from famed UK builder Oyster Marine and finds a sensible sailing yacht that can traverse the globe

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Riva Iseo

Italian builder Riva developed a reputation for its classy appearance in the Italian Riviera of the 1960s, and returns to form with its new open launch, the Iseo

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Sealine SC42

Dag Pike takes a hard look at the newest offering from Sealine, and finds a well-designed entry yacht that offers a lot in a compact package

   

FEATURES

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The Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012

An inside look at life on board a Volvo Open 70, and the rigours of sailing around the world as fast as you can

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Victoria's Answer

Should the unused areas of Victoria Harbour be turned into marinas? Hong Kong’s marine industry thinks so

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Recycled Superyachts

Tom Perkins, one of the world’s most famous yacht owners, recently bought a converted superyacht for exploration in the Pacific, and he couldn’t be happier

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Destination: The Society Islands of French Polynesia

The Society Islands, with Tahiti most prominent, offer exploring yachtsmen or charter enthusiasts, one of the world’s best places for water sports and marine life