Simpson Marine and Beneteau APAC are happy to announce the official launch of the [Beneteau Cup Hong Kong](https://www.beneteaucuphk.com/event-details/beneteau-cup-hong-kong-2021), the first sailing regatta dedicated to Beneteau owners of its kind in Asia. Dates are set for 15-16 May 2021 so mark this in your diary!
The regatta, which ran from 28-31 March, is one of the must-do regattas on the world superyacht circuit and has garnered a reputation as a fun, hospitable, but fiercely competitive regatta. The cancellation of the last day of racing left plenty of time for competing yachts to enjoy some of the best of the Bay of Islands. The local dolphin pod has become a much-loved feature of the regatta and crew were thrilled to be joined by them as they cooled off in the turquoise Bay of Islands waters.
The 37th America’s Cup could be the catalyst for a superyacht boom in Brisbane with dozens of luxury vessels tipped to visit our shores ahead of the 2025 event in New Zealand.
ASIAMARINE is excited to have delivered the first 640 Fly with the full options to the happy owner in March 2021. The award-winning 640 Fly builds on the iconic 500 Fly with its signature transformer wings, extending the beam to 7.4m with a portside bar. The 640 Fly also features an innovative “magic door” connecting the bow and saloon, allowing direct access as well as a larger social area.
The past 12 months have proved to be very special for the Sanlorenzo shipyard which has launched three of its Yacht Division flagship models within the same year. Late 2020 saw the extraordinary introduction of the[Sanlorenzo SX112,](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/newyacht/sanlorenzo/sx112/)the ultimate crossover yacht that is a smart synthesis between a classic motoryacht and an explorer vessel allowing for regional cruising in unmistakable style. Her many features include an extensive sea lounge area on the water level, allowing owners and their guests to stay close to sea and enjoy its serenity and beauty throughout the day.
Benetti Yachts, Italian excellence in superyacht construction since 1873, is brilliantly riding the wave of market growth in a season that promises very satisfying results. Despite the complexities caused by the global pandemic, Benetti Yachts possesses 34 superyachts orders at a value of €700 million, accounting for units both under construction and planning to go on construction before 2021 spring time, reaching a portfolio worth exceeding 1 billion euros in total of Azimut | Benetti Group. Despite the present COVID-19 restrictions, the nautical market has enjoyed a busy season originating from the widespread desire for escape, freedom and safety of the sea. Consumers’ lure of escaping to the open water has led to an uptrend in yacht orders.
Travel Cue’s holding company, Connect Group, has been recognized in the latest Financial Times ranking as one of the High Growth Companies Asia-Pacific in 2021, earning a position in the exclusive ranking amongst the top 500 companies within the region.
Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd have set up an office in Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, and another workshop in Boustead Shipyard Langkawi. Northern Lights which is famous for its marine generators worldwide is a brand that Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd holds the Malaysian agency for and they are also the Yanmar Langkawi authorized dealership. Also the agent for ZF Sales and Service (M) Sdn Bhd which is for the pleasure craft business, ZF is recognized by its customers as an outstanding and reliable partner for both marine propulsion components as well as complete systems for all the vessels. If there are orders for these brands, the price will be duty and tax free which makes for competitive pricing. At the same time, the company has inventories that are kept in the Langkawi branch making for fast delivery times. Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd can also assist with the installation and commissioning of large equipment and can assist with maintenance or servicing jobs for your vessel.
