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There is nothing like the sheer glamour of a luxury marina at dusk. Whether Cannes, Monte Carlo or Nice on the French Riviera or Ibiza, Montenegro and Puerto Banus, These are the ultimate playgrounds for the uber rich. Rows of gleaming Superyachts with their crews silently gliding over the decks preparing for the evening’s festivities while their owners are emerging just in time to greet all the invited guests. Along the pontoons the crowds stroll up and down hoping to get a glimpse of some Hollywood royalty. Amongst all these Italian German, Dutch designed yachts one name always stands out, Sunseeker, their designs and craftsmanship is instantly recognisable and they are made in Britain. Built in a ship yard on the south coast were the company was formed many years ago by Robert Braithwaite. Robert started building small fast boats and his reputation grew over many years as The Sunseeker brand became popular all over the world. There have been around 150 different models in Sunseeker’s illustrious history, but the 60

