4 March 2026

Connect Group announces the consolidation of Travel Cue and Blue Marine Travel under a unified ownership structure, strengthening its position as a specialist provider of niche travel services across the Maritime, Oil & Gas, Energy, Yachting, and Cruise sectors. The multi-brand strategy represents a significant step toward a unified vision to elevate customer experience, broaden market presence, and pioneer innovation within the travel industry.

Dear APSA Members and Friends

Clearvac Engineering Asia welcomed the 41m Gulf Craft Majesty 135 as she entered the dry-dock facility on the Chao Phraya River for a scheduled ten-week refit period of engineering works, project managed by Clearvac Engineering Asia’s [superyacht services](https://clearvacengineeringasia.com/vessel-services/superyacht-refit-project-management/) centre. Delivered in 2012 as Lady Tahiti, M/Y Victon is a composite motor yacht built in the UAE. Designed for long-range cruising, she features a GRP hull and superstructure, twin diesel engines, and guest accommodation across three decks.

Azimut|Benetti Group reveals WATCHIT Eye, the revolutionary AI-based collision prevention system designed specifically for recreational boating. This technology sets a new level for safety at sea: the intuition comes from Azimut|Benetti Group R&D Department, and the technical development is by the marine-tech company WATCHIT, led by former naval commander and seasoned captain Tal Duvdevany.

The Hong Kong Boating Industry Association (HKBIA), in collaboration with Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club (RHKYC), International Council Of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA), the Chief Executive’s Policy Unit (CEPU), and the HKSAR Marine Department, along with a number of Hong Kong based consultants, met to discuss a vision for the future of boating in Hong Kong – including not just HK Waters, but also the Greater Bay archipelago area.

The boating industry is preparing once again for World Boating Day 2026 – a global initiative designed to increase visibility, strengthen public understanding, and showcase the value of our industry sector. Across the world, organisations will open their doors and offer hands-on experiences to the public. In 2025, 18 countries hosted over 100 events and reached more than 21 million people online. Launched by The Superyacht Life Foundation, it aims to unite the industry, attract new talent, and share the passion for boating with a wider audience through tours, interactive experiences, and expert insights.