Boat for Sale - Sea Ray (USA) / Modelo: 440 Express Bridge

Sea Ray Boat (USA) / Price: US$ 155.000,00

Size 50 ft: 44 original + Size 50 ft: 44 original + extensions we did.
Beam : 13’11 – Draft 3’3 - Color: White / Year: 1996
Engines: 2 Caterpillar TURBO 350 c/u, diesel, 900 hours
Full electronic equipment – 2 bedrooms.
Capacity: up to 15 people – 9 for sleeping
Speed max 25 mph , in cruise 15 mph - Zodiac with motor 15 c/u
Diesel Tank: 400 gal + wáter 200 gl
Generator Westerbeke 600 hours: Sept 2010 total remake for $7,500
Excellent General Condition - International Flag: Possibility to leave Panama free taxes.
Posibility to get VIP dock in Marina Amador.


Contact: Tommy Sarasqueta


Cell: (507) 6613 - 5758


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Panama's fishing industry drop 18.1 percent

The Panamanian Comptroller's Office reports that the Panamanian economy accelerated between April and June to arrive at a growth rate of 6.1 percent for the first half of 2010, according to the Central American financial magazine El Economista.

Panama's gross domestic product (GDP) stood at slightly under $10.01 billion at the end of the semester, $581 million above the figure at the same time a year ago.

The sectors that recorded the best performance were transportation, storage and communications, with a growth of 14 percent; commerce grew at a rate of 10.2 percent, and tourism (hotels and restaurants) grew at a pace of 9.6 percent.
On the negative side, Panama's fishing industry showed a drop of 18.1 percent, while financial intermediation descended 2.7 percent.

For the second quarter of 2010, the Panamanian economy grew by 6.3 percent compared with the same time period last year.According to El Economista, Economy and Finance Minister Alberto Vallarino said at a press conference that during the first half of 2010 public investment was below expectations, and during the second half of the year the impact of public investment will be greater. For this reason, he said the Panamanian economy could grow at a clip of 7 percent for the year. He added that he expected the growth rate in 2011 and 2012 to be higher, coinciding with the peak in activities related to the expansion of the Panama Canal.

Article from: ticotimes.net

Panama Fishing - International Fishing Contest in Flamenco Yacht Club

The Flamenco Yacht Club Fishing Competition enters its third year with participants from all over the world. This year's tournament begins on the 18th of September and ends on the 19th of September. The tournament honors the Architect Andrés López Piñeiro whose vision led to the construction of the Flamenco Island and Marina. The tournament will be held at the Flamenco Yacht Club with over $65,000 in prizes. The prize species will include Billfish, Tuna, Dorado, Wahoo, Spanish mackerel, Amberjack, bottom fish species and a prize for children. The main award or Grand Slam is the Andrés López Piñeiro prize.

"We are pleased and enthusiastic to hold our annual fishing event at Flamenco Marina. In addition to a competitive weekend, we will also be entertaining our friends and family in a relaxed and secure environment. Competitors will have access to boat mechanics, rescue boats, medical help and security personnel at the Archipelago de Las Perlas, for whatever assistance is needed," said Yacht Club President Arq. Miguel López Piñeiro.

On the 9th of September, the Casa Coffee Store will hold a press conference for the tournament at 6.00 pm. The Isla Viveros Resort in the Pearl Island Archipelago will hold the official weigh-ins on the 18th of September from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm in the afternoon. Sunday, the final weigh-in will be held from 3.00 pm to 5.30 pm at the Flamenco Marina. The Final ceremony and trophy presentations will be held at the Terraces of Flamenco Marina on the 21st of September at 7.00pm.
Adaris Romero, Marketing Manager for Flamenco Marina, says "The tournament attracts the top fishermen from all over the country of Panama to compete for record-breaking catches. We expect a larger international turnout this year."

The Flamenco Marina is fast becoming Central America's most exclusive marina located at the entrance of the Panama Canal. Flamenco Marina will be donating 50% of its sign up fee to the APLAFA Y CASA ESPERANZA charities.

The entrance fee is $250 per boat for both days for up to 5 fishermen (each additional person is $50). For more information, please call. 507-314-1029/1980.

Article from: http://www.prweb.com/