Friday, August 31, 2012

Monaco Yacht show

The Monaco Yacht Show is considered the most prestigious pleasure boat show in the world with the exhibition of 500 major companies in the luxury yachting and a hundred super and megayachts afloat.
With around 28 000 professional and private visitors per show, the MYS is the long-awaited superyachting meeting of the year for the prestigious brands, allowing them to meet the most important international clientele.

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The quintessence of superyachting exhibited in Monaco
A show guaranteed by the strict selection of the exhibiting companies in order to present products and services of the highest quality.
The Monaco Yacht Show is the one and only opportunity to see such a gathering of important yachting companies' managers and discover the latest high technology nautical products and luxury yachting services proposed on the stands (9 000 m² exhibition stands).
A selection of 100 super and megayachts from 25 to 90 metres, among which about forty new units launched in world premiere (44 metres of average length).
22nd Monaco Yacht Show
From Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd September 2012 (10 am – 6.30 pm)


Port Hercules - Boulevard Albert 1er - Principality of Monaco.
Main entrance: Darse Sud entrance.
Other entrances: Chicane and Parvis Sud entrances.
(General layout of the show)
International superyacht show reserved for a high-worth private clientele and the luxury yachting professionals.

Entrance fee:
General public: € 70 / day (purchase on site only).
Professional visitors: € 70 / 4-day pass.
Media members: free access with accreditation.

Dates scheduled for the 2013 Monaco Yacht Show: Wednesday 25th to Saturday 28th September 2013

Posted and reference website by: http://www.monacoyachtshow.com

Thursday, August 30, 2012



Most expensive & luxury Yachts in the world

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Harley Davidson facing the competition historically.

The 1990s: Facing the Competition Head-On The early 1990s brought the company some minor setbacks. Though sales in 1991 rose to $939.8 million, profits fell slightly, marking the first decrease since the 1986 refloatation. In addition, the company's motorcycle division experienced a work stoppage at the York plant, and sales and profits at the Holiday Rambler Corporation continued downwards. Harley-Davidson instituted new labor and fiscal policies in the late 1990s under the leadership of Jeff Bleustein, policies that revitalized production and sales. The company's stock has grown steadily and attracted many new investors while keeping the old. Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine reporters Steven T. Goldberg and Nancy Stover declared in May 1998 that "Harley stock is now selling at 23 times this year's estimated earnings. Earnings are expected to grow 15 percent in 1998 and an annualized 18 percent over five years," and named Harley-Davidson, Inc. to their list of 12 stocks "that keep growing & growing & growing." Envisioning Harley-Davidson as a wise stock pick in spite of the motorcycle's rebel image is not misinformed: the company announced in April 1998 that they had realized record sales and earnings for the first quarter of that year. While the company had 32 consecutive quarters of growth, it had to absorb some of the costs of a new Kansas City plant, seen mostly in the decline of the gross margin from 32.4 percent to 32.1 versus the previous year. While company officials warned that further costs would have to be absorbed from plant openings and refurbishings, "the introduction of two new Europe specific Harley-Davidson motorcycle models, a new European marketing campaign, a full year of Buell sales, and additional dealers will result in increased sales for 1998," according to an article on the corporate web site. There would be no profit without the product, and Harley-Davidson management has explored and incorporated new labor-friendly production techniques that reflect respect for its manufacturers. As the company borrowed management ideas from the Honda plant in Maryland, so also did it take a close look at GM's Saturn plant, with its great success through worker empowerment. Harley-Davidson opened a new plant in Kansas City in January 1998, at a cost of some $85 million, but that was only the tip of the iceberg. For two years, the company interviewed some 2,000 applicants for 300 positions. They were put through hours of rigorous personality and aptitude training. Those few who earned a place with Harley-Davidson enjoyed collective decision-making and a strong voice in the production process. Dealernews reported in March 1998 that Fortune magazine had named Harley-Davidson as one of the top 100 places to work in the country. Harley-Davidson wisely selected merchandising that reflected the changing profile of the motorcycle-worshipping customer. "It's one thing to have people buy your products. It's another for them to tattoo your name on their bodies," the web site crows. Harley-Davidson has gone far beyond tattoos in hip merchandising. The Jacksonville Business Journal interviewed a third-generation dealership owner who planned to dedicate almost a fourth of his floor space to merchandise including, "Anything from blue jeans and T-shirts to leather jackets and boots. It's not just leather anymore," said Chris Adamec. He pointed to a new and wealthy clientele, the so-called "Rolex" riders, as a new source of demand. VH1, the MTV for yuppies, debuted a commercial in June 1998 raffling off four vintage-style Harleys and leather jackets in their "Chrome on the Range" contest. Smiling mothers holding babies posed in front of the bikes (and the American flag) at the close of the commercial suggested a new generation of Harley riders yet to grasp their first Gold Card. With the approach of the millennium, Harley-Davidson roared into cyberspace. Besides a Lollapalooza of a party, Harley-Davidson's 95th anniversary was celebrated with a virtual Harley tour online. Visitors to Harley-Davidson's web site were invited to partake of video and audio journals of actual motorcycle mamas and daddies from Washington to Pennsylvania. Harley-Davidson has proved that heavyweight motorcycles are not just about nostalgia, whether for the early days of motorcycles or the freewheeling 1960s; the classic appeal of the Harley-Davidson motorcycle would certainly continue into the next century, and the company was poised to support continued growth. Principal Subsidiaries: Holiday Rambler Corporation; Utilmaster Corporation; B&B Molders; Creative Dimensions; Nappanee Wood Products. Source: International Directory of Company Histories, Vol. 25. St. James Press, 1999.

Harley Davidson life style

Harley Davidson Iron 883 2011 at Barcelona, Spain. Sales of Harley-Davidson's line of Big Twin motorcycles have taken an unfortunate nosedive as of late, a fact directly attributable to the current recession here in the United States. Most new motorcycles, especially those costing as much as some small cars, are discretionary purchases, so HD is understandably working hard on new models with a lower price point, the latest of which is the Iron 883. This new bike enters HD's Dark Custom series and is therefore completely blacked-out. Available colors are Black Denim and Brilliant Silver Denim, both of which feature a distinctive matte finish that's perfect for their design ethos. This new steed is based on the entry-level Sportster platform and starts at $7,899, which is a full $2,000 cheaper than its larger sibling, the Nightster 1200. The two Sportsers share the same basic design, including a slammed suspension complete with front fork gaiters, solo saddle and foldaway side-mounted license plate holder. The main difference between the two machines lies in the displacement of the fuel-injected V-twin engine, with the new Iron making use of the smaller 883cc jugs, and in the use of 13-spoke wheels on the Iron 883 in lieu of laced rims. It's definitely an attractive machine and we think it should do pretty well with its relatively low base price and guaranteed trade-in value. Related Gallery2009 Harley-Davidson Iron 883 [Source: Harley-Davidson]
PRESS RELEASE: HARLEY-DAVIDSON IRON 883™ IS DRESSED FOR A DARK RIDE New Sportster® Motorcycle Takes the Stage with Aggressive Attitude MILWAUKEE (January 26, 2009) – MILWAUKEE (January 26, 2009) - With a defiant attitude embracing the pure essence of riding, the new Iron 883 model is the latest Harley-Davidson® Dark Custom™ motorcycle. Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles like the Iron 883 have stood against the grain since their introduction in 1957, when the modern rebel culture was being bred from restless veterans and hot rod pioneers. Sportster motorcycles became the starting point for many legendary choppers of the 1960s, while also getting pumped up for championship dirt racing and dare devil stunt riding in the 1970s. The Iron 883 model continues that rebellious tradition with responsive handling, smooth clutch effort and durable carbon reinforced drive belt while pushing the styling of motorcycling minimalism to the edge. Decked in black from fender-to-fender, the new Harley-Davidson Iron 883 motorcycle brings the beat of an 883 Evolution® engine backed up by a combo of gritty, old-school garage features like front fork gaiters, drag style handlebar and side-mount license plate holder. A ticket to ride the Iron 883 starts at just $7,899 MSRP, leaving plenty of freedom for customization. "The Iron 883 defies the plastic conventions of other motorcycles at this price," said Mark-Hans Richer, Harley-Davidson Chief Marketing Officer. "It's got old school style, a new school ride and gives the owner a platform for creative customization." The black powder-coated 883cc Evolution powertrain with black covers takes the Iron 883 deep into the heart of darkness. With Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) and performance tuning with a broad torque curve, the Iron 883 delivers plenty of power for the city scene. The pipes on the straight cut shorty dual exhaust flow the distinctive Harley-Davidson V-Twin sound. The black chopped rear fender with its combination stop/turn/tail lights shows more of the 150 mm rear tire and black, 13-spoke cast aluminum wheel, while the front tire also rides on a black wheel. The rest of the Iron 883 gets a darker-suited presence with black front forks and fender supports, fuel tank, oil tank cover, belt guard, drag style handlebar and mid mount foot controls. A one-piece, solo classic seat with a height of 25.3 inches fits the lone rider, while a passenger seat and a backrest in complementing black finishes can be added as accessories. As the latest of the Harley-Davidson Dark Custom motorcycles, the Iron 883 is stripped down and ripe for custom creativity. Dark Custom motorcycle riders have the youngest average age for Harley-Davidson buyers. Soul mates of the Iron 883 include the Nightster®, Night Train®, Cross Bones®, Fat Bob® and Street Bob® motorcycles. Check out more on Dark Custom motorcycles at www.harley-davidson.com/darkcustom. The Iron 883 is available in Black Denim and Brilliant Silver Denim colors. Iron 883 features and highlights: * Rubber-mounted Evolution 883 cc V-Twin black powder-coated engine * Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) * Black fuel tank with unique graphics * Black front forks with gaiters * Black belt guard and front fender supports * Black, 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear * Black low rise drag style handlebar * Black mid-mount foot controls * Black low profile front fender * Black chopped rear fender with combination rear stop/tail/turn lights * Chrome staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers * Side-mounted license plate holder * One-piece, solo Sportster classic seat * 25.3-inch seat height * Optional Harley-Davidson Smart Security System * Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson's Web site at www.harley-davidson.com.

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Apple is growing faster than human beings

Many people notice the big impact of Apple's products in their life, even when the worldwide economics situation is not the best to spend money, many users are willing to buy an Apple device because they really needed for work, pleasure or just because it makes their day by day better or simply easy.
Since Apple foundation, a lot of their products have been release to the market including options to increase the unlimited possibilities to navigate on internet, see TV online, apps for almost everything and games. The majority of the users age (around 10 years old up to 65 years old) are trying to accept and understand the functionality of this new technology progress and there is a continuous fight between the complicate and easy way to manipulate it.
The advantage of Apple's devices is that once you get the time to search and practice with the options inside for example the iPhones, iPads, iPod, etc, you will realize a new world of opportunities just in front of your eyes. Latest news reveals some interesting information to make a good reflection, so take a look on the pictures below (Source: Tofslie,infographics journal)