Yachts
Yacht building becomes lucrative business in Antalya
The free zone in the southern province of Antalya is one of the global centers of yachts, especially for luxury yacht building, with revenues from such operations amounting to nearly $2 billion in more than two decades.
Last year alone, a record number of 93 yachts were built and delivered to their owners, according to Zeki Gürses, the general manager of Antalya Free Zone.
Maritime tourism: Greece ranks first in yacht charters, overtakes France & Italy
Greece maintains its tradition of superpower in mega yachts, as evidenced by the fact that it boasts one of the largest fleets of very large pleasure craft (over 40 meters in length) in the world
Lots of yachts, low revenues
In the last three years, Greece has become the country with the largest number of yachts (commercial and private) visiting, surpassing traditional leaders in the sector such as France and Italy.
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Adria Docks to participate in Posidonia Fair
Croatian refit facility and ship repair yard Adria Docks is making its Posidonia debut this summer (June 3-7) to showcase the diverse array of repair and maintenance services it provides to owners of mega- and superyachts.
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Türkiye becomes center of attraction in yacht tourism
Türkiye's influence on the yacht sector continues to expand as the country has both become a top destination for the most famous mega yachts in the world and a yacht production hub that exported $500 million worth of yachts this year.
Full speed ahead on boating vacations
Boating vacations, which in previous years appealed to a narrower audience in the summer season, continue to grow with the effect of daily rental models, thanks to the increasing isolated vacation habits after the pandemic.
This season, the increase in demand from those who want to vacation by renting a boat draws attention. Göcek Gulf has an important place again as the first route.
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Business is booming for Bobič Yacht Interior
Bobič Yacht Interior, a Novo Mesto-based export company specialising in furniture for luxury vessels, has made fittings and furniture for many a celebrity's super yacht and its business is booming.
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Aegean superyacht 007 sinks near Kythnos (watch video)
The Greek media outlet Cyclades24 reported that the superyacht 007 ran aground on Friday evening
Turkish yacht sector eyes record $1.7 bln export
After witnessing a sharp rise amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Turkish yacht sector is eyeing to reach a record export of $1.7 billion in 2022, an expert has said.
"The demand for Turkish mega and smaller yachts has soared in the last three years," Cem Seven, the head of the Turkish Ship, Yacht and Services Exporters' Association (GYHİB), told the daily Milliyet on Aug. 19.
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Gates’ daughter holidaying in Bodrum
Jennifer Gates, daughter of Bill Gates, one of the richest people in the World, has chosen the Aegean tourism destination Bodrum for vacation, daily Milliyet has reported.
Jennifer Gates' visit came to light when her father's 107-meter long super yacht "Lana" anchored off Bodrum.
"Just after the yacht anchored, Jennifer Gates came with a tender," the daily wrote on July 4.
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