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July

Gulf Craft Offers Crypto-Payment

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Gulf Craft now offers a fully regulated crypto-payment solution for yacht and leisure craft purchases, service and refit works, reinforcing both the shipyard’s appetite for innovation and the UAE’s growing stature as a global hub for digital assets. “By integrating ARP Pay, Gulf Craft not only meets evolving client preferences but also strengthens the UAE’s reputation for forward-looking manufacturing and financial innovation,” says Mohammed Hussein Alshaali, Chairman, Gulf Craft.

July

Rivergate Marina & Shipyard Tahiti Captains’ and VIP Lunch 2025

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Rivergate Marina & Shipyard sponsored the 2025 Captains’ and VIP Lunch, held as part of the program at this year’s Australia Tahiti Rendezvous, 26 and 27 June. The venue was the sublimely located Yellowfin Restaurant at Marina Taina, with a mouth-watering menu and equally delectable views over azure waters and a dazzling diversity of yachts from all corners of the world.

July

Quality Marine Clothing (QMC) Partners with Seakeepers South Pacific

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The International SeaKeepers Society South Pacific is proud to announce a new partnership with Quality Marine Clothing (QMC), who will serve as the official uniform sponsor for the South Pacific chapter. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to excellence, professionalism, and sustainability within the marine industry.

June

Korea Marine Industry Association (KMIA)

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The Korea Marine Industry Association (KMIA) was established with purpose of covering all sectors of the leisure marine industry and has been driven by recreational inshore fishing. Formally recognised by ICOMIA in 2024, the annual increase in boating activity is measured by the compulsory boat driving licence scheme run by the Korean Police Authority which is currently running at over 12,000 new participants on annual basis.

September

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) AGM 2025 in Monaco

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The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) AGM 2025 was held on the 23 September 2025, at the Novotel Monaco. Committee members present were Nigel Beatty (Chairman) Yachtzoo Japan, Christophe Ceard (Vice Chairman) BSM Yachting, Antony Cowie (Honorary Secretary) Cowie and Co, Alex Teji (Honorary Legal Counsel) Teji and Cowie, Gordon Fernandes (General Committee) Asia Pacific Superyachts, and Luca Santambrogio (General Committee) Frigomar srl.

September

Teji | Cowie Superyacht Lawyers Launch in London and Hong Kong

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Teji | Cowie Superyacht Lawyers announce their formation and new practice, specialising in legal matters relating to the superyacht sector. Founded by experienced lawyers and legal experts,Antony Cowie and Alex Teji, the firm offers legal insight for those involved with the complex world of superyachts. Serving superyacht owners and industry stakeholders worldwide, Teji | Cowie combines decades of maritime law expertise with a client-centric approach to deliver discreet, high-touch legal services across Europe, the Middle East, the Asian market, =Australia, New Zealand and the US.

September

Launch of Sydney Charter Show Showcases Australia and the South Pacific

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[Superyacht Australia](https://www.linkedin.com/company/13179531/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true) is thrilled to announce the launch of the Sydney Charter Show, to be held for the first time in 2026 at Sydney’s Jones Bay Superyacht Marina.Australia is home to the largest charter fleet in the Asia-Pacific region, making it the obvious choice to host the region’s premiere Charter Show.The exclusive, invitation-only two-day event, will be held on Sunday 22 and Monday 23 February, create a dedicated platform to showcase the superyacht charter industry across Australia and the South Pacific, while positioning Sydney Harbour as a premier global charter destination.

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