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In the setting of the Sanlorenzo shipyard in La Spezia,the eighth unit of the 500EXP line has hit the water. An elegant and advanced interpretation of the Explorer typology, of which the ninth unit has also been sold, the 500Exp confirms her position as one of the models most favoured for owners wishing to enjoy long crossings without sacrificing maximum comfort.
OASIS DECK™ is the name of a new solution offered by Benetti which, based on the extraordinary success of the Oasis 40M, is now featured on new models of the Oasis 34m and B.Now 50M and 66M. With a unique combination of five key features, OASIS DECK™ represents the brilliant proposal, presented by Benetti, to superyacht Owners who dream for long stays onboard in authentic contact with the sea, thus confirming the brand’s role as a pioneer and design leader. A brand-new OASIS LIFE is born!
Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) in Australia have recently launched a new website and just like the award-winning facility, this site comes out on top. It is a perfect embodiment of what they offer at GCCM – the perfect Pacific refit, marina and service centre. Whether you are seeking a refit yard, completing annual maintenance or require a marina berth for crew respite and rotation, GCCM’s experienced team can support you with their trademark efficiency and personalised service. The new GCCM website offers a user-friendly experience tailored to each visitor, it’s easy to navigate and packed full of information, features and customised solutions including a virtual yard tour, a beautifully presented site gallery and a detailed directory of the 90+ leading marine businesses based onsite at GCCM.
Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) was delighted to host the Princess Yacht Experience in May, welcoming Princess Yacht owners to enjoy the facilities at the recently opened Clubhouse and spend a night on their yachts in the Marina. “A big thanks to the whole Lantau Yacht Club team for hosting our annual Princess owners’ event,” says Adam Waters, GM, Princess Yachts Greater China. “LYC is a fantastic venue and very welcome addition to the Hong Kong market, we look forward to delivering more Princess yachts to the marina in the coming months and years.”
The importance of understanding the insurance cover one has and the knowledge of those providing it rather than relying on price is something often spoken about. Yet we continue to see price being the primary deciding factor when owners or their delegated people choose insurance cover for their (often) multi million dollar asset. We find ourselves in an insurance market where insurers are shrinking away from risk and being ever more careful with what they underwrite. Its more important than ever to fully understand what you are buying, the ability of those you are buying from and the understanding of yacht risks the insurer has. There will always be a cheaper or more enticing option available but what are you _really_ getting for this?
The world’s most luxurious facilities for superyacht owners and captains will be a centrepiece of the expanded Rivergate Marina and Shipyard.
Ever since the very beginning of Simpson Marine, which was founded in in Hong Kong in 1984, customer care has been at the heart of what the company does. Mike Simpson, founder of Simpson Marine is committed to taking care of the people they sell boats too. This includes the solid service support and after sales team structure across all the Simpson Marine offices and today the support services account for half of the company’s team. This is all done to assist yacht owners in their yachting journey, and to make sure their experience is a happy and hassle-free wherever possible.
Nigel Beatty, head of YACHTZOO JAPAN and APSA Chairman was recently cruising on Silent World II, in the Seto Naikai – the Inland Sea of Japan. “We spent 5 days onboard as guests of the owner, enjoying a great cruising, local foods, swimming and water toys,” says Beatty.
The AZURE team that provide health, disability and accident insurance for yacht crews around the world, have signed up a slew of large yachts through the APAC region in the last six months.
