The International Superyacht Society

ISS, MIASF and USSA Form Partnership to Present Industry Training

YachtInfo to Present Initial Program at Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show

17 August 2009, Ft. Lauderdale, FL: In a spirit of unique collaboration, three of the industry's most notable associations-International Superyacht Society (ISS), Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) and United States Superyacht Association (USSA)-announce today the formation of YachtInfo, an alliance dedicated to the industry's professional development.

YachtInfo makes its debut at the 50^th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on Friday, 30 October 2009 in the Bahia Mar Ballroom. The comprehensive program offers a wide-ranging curriculum for entry level crew through seasoned professionals. The day-time program builds upon the ISS's Crew Training Seminar program which has occurred for the past 14 years. Capping the day-long educational series, a Captains Briefing and Cocktail Party will follow. The Captains Briefing will be the second in as many years at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and one more in a series of similar events held previously in St. Marten and Newport, Rhode Island.

Here is the schedule for the day:

9:00 am - 12:00 noon: Morning Seminars Session

12:00 - 1:00 pm: Lunch

1:00-4:00 pm: Afternoon Seminars Session

4:30-6:00 pm: Captains Briefing

6:00-7:00 pm: Cocktail Party

Participants are required to register in advance of attending. Tickets for the seminars are $25.00; complete tickets-which include the seminars, Captains Briefing and Cocktail Party are $35.00.

While the founders of YachtInfo have already outlined the course curriculum for the Ft. Lauderdale event, YachtInfo will continue to present worldwide educational opportunities for the industry and encourages other yachting associations to participate in creating similar exceptional programs. They suggest that those who are interested contact ISS, MIASF or USSA. The founding organizations see the debut of this alliance as a groundbreaking occasion that unites the industry through teamwork.

YachtInfo welcomes inquiry regarding its programs from sponsors, media and the industry at large.

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