The sampan is a relatively flat bottomed Chinese wooden boat. Some of them include a small shelter on board, and may be used as a permanent habitation on inland waters. Sampan is generally used for transportation in coastal areas or rivers, and is often used as a traditional fishing boat. It is unusual for a sampan to sail far from land as they do not have the means to survive rough weather. The word "sampan" is literally meaning "three planks". The name referred to the hull design, … [Read more...]
Adastra Trimaran – A Superyacht Built in China
Adastra trimaran was launched in 2013 in China and took three years to build, as well as two years of planning and design. It was designed by Sussex-based designer John Shuttleworth, together with his two sons, Orion, and Sky. The superyacht is so high-tech, that from up to 50 meters it can even be controlled remotely at the touch of an iPad. The yacht was purchased with £15 Million by the billionaire shipping magnate, Antony Louis Marden , a very experienced yachtsman who has spent his … [Read more...]
Racing Dragon Boats
Dragon boats are the basis of the team paddling sport of dragon boat racing, a watersport which has its roots in an ancient folk ritual of contending villagers, which has been held for over 2000 years throughout southern China. While competition has taken place annually for more than 20 centuries as part of religious ceremonies and folk customs, dragon boat racing has emerged in modern times as an international sport, beginning in Hong Kong in 1976. But the history of dragon boats in competition … [Read more...]
Again, About Bertram Yachts
When I wrote about Bertram Yachts in September 2014, I had no idea that they will change hands again. Their official site doesn't give a clue about who exactly is the owner at the moment, except this: 2015 Bertram was acquired by a 54' Bertram owner and he has given a mandate that the brand be returned to its American Roots. But if you are not taking them too serious, you will find the next announcement made on April 9, 2015: "The Gavio Group has officially acquired US sportfish yacht … [Read more...]
Pershing Yachts
Pershing is a representative fiberglass motor yacht brand made in Italy, with an experience of almost 30 years. The models are powerful, stylish and speedy (up to 50 knots). The founders of what will become "Pershing Yachts", are Tilli Antonelli, Fausto Filippetti, and Giuliano Onori. They signed together in 1981, year when also Cantiere Navale dell'Adriatico was founded and their first boat has been launched. In 1985, they met yacht designer Fulvio De Simoni, and so, Pershing was born (the … [Read more...]