Phuket Island is now being recognised as a major global marina and superyacht hub with an ever increasing number of luxury yachts planning to visit the ‘Pearl of the Andaman’, re-cementing Phuket and Thailand’s position as one of the top boating destinations in the world.
The Custom Line Navetta 30 has arrived in Singapore, and has been cruising around Lazarus Island and the Marina Bay Sands area, to celebrate being the first Custom Line Navetta 30 to be unveiled in the lion city.he Custom Line Navetta 30’s distinguishing theme is innovation. The entire design has low consumption and best-in-segment performance, earning a CE class A rating. It features stabilising fins and optional sea keepers for consummate comfort while at anchor.
Simpson Marine is delighted to announce the arrival of the highly anticipated[Sanlorenzo SL106 Asymmetric](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/newyacht/sanlorenzo/sl106-asymmetric/) (SL106A) into Asia, marking a ground-breaking milestone in the region’s yachting landscape. As the first unit to grace Asian waters, this exceptional yacht represents highest levels of innovation and design. The [Sanlorenzo SL106A](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/newyacht/sanlorenzo/sl106-asymmetric/) has remarkable features and an unrivalled allure that make her worthy addition to the growing Sanlorenzo family in the region.
A new yachting destination for ONE°15 Marina members and boating community, ONE°15 Marina Nirup Island adds yet another berthing venue to the ONE°15 network of marinas. ONE°15 Marina would like to express their gratitude for the support and turnout at the launch party of ONE°15 Marina Nirup Island Indonesia on 8 July 2023. In attendance at the Opening Ceremony were Mr Sumadi, Indonesian Minister of Transportation, Mr Ahmad, Governor of Kepulauan Riau, H.E. Suryo Pratomo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary (Indonesia to Singapore), Jimmi Ho, Commissioner of PT Tritunas Sinar Benua, as well as all the ONE°15 Marina members and guests who attended. Highlights of the launch party included tours of The Riahi Residences, visits to Belakang Padang—a small island off Nirup Island, and enjoying a raving good time by the beach with our guest DJ and water toys.
The 10th Australia Tahiti Rendezvous, proudly sponsored by Benetti Yachts, was held on Friday July 7, 2023, at Marina Taina, Papeete, Tahiti. The event drew a gathering of 27 vessels, attracting superyacht captains and crew from around the world. The occasion provided a strong platform for crews and industry professionals to receive updates on the Australian superyacht sector while participating in a day filled with festivities.
Indies Trader are thrilled to announce a million-dollar investment in their beloved Beran Island. After successfully navigating the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, Indies Trader are revving up the engines like a Formula 1 car leaving the pits, all set for an big comeback in the upcoming 2023/2024 water sports season.
It’s halfway through the year, and APSA has been busy to date with conferences and boat shows in Dubai, Singapore, and Turkey. This month we are extremely pleased to welcome Horizon Yachts in Taiwan as an APSA Premium Member. Horizon has emerged as Asia’s leading superyacht brand, and in the past three decades the yard has delivered over 890 luxury yachts, with more than 240 being 80ft and over. Consistently in the world’s top 10 superyacht builders, Horizon now contributes to one-third of Taiwan’s total yacht exports and has contributed substantially to Taiwan’s position as one of the world’s top five luxury superyacht-building nations.
The Superyacht Gathering reunited in the warm waters of the South Pacific last week for the sold-out Fiji event on August 23-24. A total of 47 local and international guests from Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Ecuador the UK and the US attended – a 47% increase from the last event in 2022.
SYF 2024 will feature more boats on display, including superyachts and Asian Premières, and a clutch of world-renowned speakers at the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference. The Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) is set to return 25-28 April 2024 alongside the two-day Southeast Asia Yachting Conference (SEAYC) 23-24 April 2024, both being held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove.
The Leisure Marine Association MENA (LMA) board recently met with the National Guard Permits Division (NGPD) in Abu Dhabi. The LMA Board was briefed on the latest advancements and protocols aimed at optimizing inspection process in the near future. The LMA looks forward to further collaborations with NGPD. In the meantime please find**E-Passport User Manual**in[English](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IjmXp0TTmb5ck25pBEZ7YCt-s2iNvbpT/view?usp=sharing)/[Arabic](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DO-1JHRPDrCFUypP0RdX1zkOFB_9UNal/view?usp=sharing)languages. We kindly ask that member marinas and yacht clubs distribute these more widely among their members and boat owner for their convenience. These manuals will be available at the inspection centres across the UAE.
