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Each week we enjoy bringing you up-to-date local and international news, along with the boats that we proudly represent from Absolute and Selene and a brokerage line-up that we sell here and around the world. | |
Hello Sailors!
Absolute Yachts has championed sustainability for decades, long before it became a marketing touchpoint and an integral part of corporate social responsibility. For Absolute, building the finest yachts on which to enjoy the marine environment has always been inextricably linked to ensuring that this natural beauty is protected from the deterioration caused by human activities. Sustainability, an important part of our business ethics, takes two forms: the sustainability of our products, and the sustainability of our manufacturing process.
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Selene 62 Express: A Pinnacle of Elegance, Range and Luxury | |
Discover the exceptional Selene 62 Express, a yacht that seamlessly blends sophistication, extensive range, and unparalleled luxury. This prestigious vessel is a true marvel, showcasing sleek lines and a refined aesthetic that marks a departure from the traditional Selene design. The Selene 62 Express features a raised pilothouse, providing excellent visibility for navigation, and a Portuguese bridge that enhances safety and facilitates easy movement around the deck. The spacious upper deck offers ample space for outdoor enjoyment, while side-deck walk-arounds ensure convenience for passengers of all ages. Large hull windows flood the interior with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. The modern flying bridge, with its curvy and sleek lines, adds a contemporary touch to this remarkable yacht. Explore the remarkable features of the Selene 62 Express and experience the epitome of luxury on the water. | |
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A Brief History of the Shipping Container | |
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Take a look around you. Perhaps you’re snacking on a banana, sipping some coffee or sitting in front of your computer and taking a break from work to read this article. Most likely, those goods – as well as your smartphone, refrigerator and virtually every other object in your home – once were loaded onto a large container in another country and traveled thousands of miles via ships crossing the ocean before ultimately arriving at your doorstep.
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Introducing the 62-Foot Navetta: Redefining Luxury Yachting with Innovation and Style | |
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The Navetta 62, known as “The Absolute Vibe,” embodies Absolute Yachts’ innovative spirit and contemporary elegance. This yacht combines cutting-edge design with functional luxury for an unparalleled yachting experience. Optimized internal spaces, effortless accessibility, generous headroom, and ample storage define its distinctive qualities. User-friendly features and ambient lighting above and below the waterline create an enchanting atmosphere. Experience redefined luxury on the water with the Navetta 62. | |
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Very simple but effective. Try this out on your boat or around the house.
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Polaris 60 - Nearly New: Skip the wait and Get Yours Now | |
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The Solaris 60, inspired by the concept of a Mini-Maxi, is a high-performance sailboat with an overall length of 18.31 meters. This size allows it to compete in offshore racing events, including the prestigious annual race in Porto Cervo. A key innovation of the Solaris 60 is its cockpit, featuring full-width steering wheels. This design eliminates sprayhood intrusion, ensuring the jib’s luff remains fully visible while sailing.
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Tasman Bridge disaster 50 years after ship cut Hobart in two
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As Frank Manley drove onto the Tasman Bridge 50 years ago, he had no idea that a fully laden cargo ship had just crashed into it, leaving a 127m gap. It was a drizzly summer's evening, approaching dark. Frank was driving his family home to Cambridge from the Huon Valley. He hadn't even seen the ship.
On January 5, 1975, the SS Lake Illawarra was en route to Risdon with a cargo of zinc concentrate. As it approached the Tasman Bridge, the captain lost control.
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2009 Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer Mark II
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A stunning vessel that personifies luxurious quality and comfort, the Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer marks Pacific Asian Enterprises' return to sailboats after focusing on trawlers for years. This vessel combines the range and versatility of sail with the robust features of a trawler. Even a modest sail area, paired with a Hundested controllable-pitch propeller, significantly enhances fuel efficiency and steadies the boat’s motion in a seaway.
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Protecting maritime data: the next frontier for shipping cybersecurity | |
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The shift towards the digitalisation of shipping operations is changing the maritime industry’s risk landscape. While technologies – such as blockchain-based shipping documents, e-navigation, and Internet of Things-enabled sensors – improve efficiency and transparency, they also introduce new cybersecurity vulnerabilities and widen the industry’s attack surface.
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Absolute 48 Coupe - Make on offer! | |
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This sporty, comfortable, and versatile yacht series marks a new chapter for our Italian shipyard, featuring revolutionary ideas and exciting new features. The Absolute 48 Coupé boasts solar panels, large panoramic windows, and a spacious "terraced" cockpit with configurable décor for maximum versatility. Its sporty lines reflect Absolute’s spirit and commitment to the environment. With bold style, high usability, and a strong focus on sustainability, the Absolute 48 Coupé stands out in the world of luxury yachts.
✨ View this stunning yacht today at Westhaven Marina, Auckland! ✨
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Did you hear about the cruise guest who tried talking to a Spanish Cruise guest? He got lost at 'si.' | |
Recipe of the Week: Easy Peasy Chocolate Cake | |
- 50g butter
- 1 T golden syrup
- 1/2 c sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 t vanilla essence
- 1 c plain flour
- 1 t B.P
- 1 T cocoa
- 1 t baking soda
- 3/4 c milk
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This recipe is so easy, no creaming butter and sugar. All ingredients are mixed in 1 pot. Served hot with ice-cream or cold and iced, it’s delicious!
Grease cake pan & sprinkle pan lightly with flour. Put butter and golden syrup in a large pot. Heat gently til butter melts, don’t boil. Take off heat and whisk in egg and vanilla. Sift in flour, baking powder and cocoa. Whisk milk and baking soda together and add to pot. Mix well and pour in cake pan. Bake at 180 C for 30 – 35". Serve cold and iced or hot with ice-cream. Easy and delicious!
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