April

Dear APSA Members and Friends

The CAYAGO AG is a technology company based in Stuttgart / Germany. In Bad Salzuflen we build the fastest water sled in the world. The SEABOB. This water sled is powerful and is driven by modern electric technology. This makes it extremely environmentally friendly and a high-quality watercraft. Our customers attach great importance to the highest technical innovation and absolutely high-quality workmanship. We have developed our corporate philosophy from these demands. “High-Performance Technology” Made in Germany through innovation and quality down to the smallest detail. Completely in the sense of our high brand claim “LUXURY WATERTOYS”. The company has recently set up it Asia-Pacific office in Singapore and will be displaying at the Singapore Yachting Festival.

Wade Pearce, Founder of SG Marine Guide, is proud to announce that the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference will take place on 26 April 2023 at ONE°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove, and will lead into the Singapore Yachting Festival 27-30 April. The conference will bring together leading industry professionals from Singapore and across the region to share insights on Southeast Asia, its cruising regulations and infrastructure, innovations in technology, discuss best practices, and network with like-minded individuals. The conference is a combined effort in association with the Asia Boating Dialogue, supported by ICOMIA and the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association.

As part of Travel Cue’s effort to help raise awareness of the Mission to Seafarers (MtS) incredibly important work within both the yachting and the shipping industries, as well as the much-needed funds, Travel Cue has entered two teams of three into the Mission to Seafarers Adventure Race on Japan’s Izu Peninsula. This is a gruelling challenge, spanning over two days in May, which covers some difficult terrain with steep ascents and equally steep descents.

[Sanlorenzo Asia](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/manufacturer/sanlorenzo/) is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Captains Workshop in Hong Kong. The three-day event, which took place from 22 to 24 March 2023, offered an extensive program of training and knowledge sharing for captains and crews of [Sanlorenzo](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/manufacturer/sanlorenzo/) and [Bluegame](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/manufacturer/bluegame-asia/) yachts.

Introducing Elounda Hills, Crete – Greece’s largest island set to welcome first branded residential resort and boutique marina. Camper & Nicholsons Marinas will provide management, operational and branding services to the boutique marina at Elounda Hills, creating a new global destination for yacht owners and enthusiasts.

Superyacht 153 is an expert at providing itineraries for superyachts visiting Tasmania. However, a recent superyacht visit was a little different, as due to mechanical issues the yacht was not able to be there for the owner’s visit.However, the owners and their guests decided to continue with their travel plans and visited Tasmania, without their yacht.

Burgess have a number of new yachts recently introduced to the charter market, as well as exclusive access to a selection of “off market” large yacht (90m+) opportunities that not available elsewhere.

Sevenstar Yacht Transport and these are our upcoming sailings. Together with our local agents, we promise you that we will take good care of you throughout the shipping process from enquiry to booking and from loading to the final delivery of the yacht. Please get in touch with one of our helpful representatives.

It’s always good to talk, and communication within our industry has been severely limited of late. As the world gradually ‘normalises’ with quarantine-free travel and reduction of social distancing regulation high on the agenda, Cluster Yachting Monaco has announced a Spring Pop-Up meeting to get everyone talking.