Malaysia’s eastern coast and Borneo are rapidly becoming favorite cruising grounds for superyachts. While the west coast of Peninsula Malaysia is well traveled and documented, the east coast of Peninsula Malaysia – Sarawak and Sabah, Borneo, offer a much quieter scene. These cruising grounds award some of the most spectacular and beautiful waters, islands and wildlife experiences in South East Asia.
Simpson Marine is delighted to announce the extension of the dealership of[Fairline Yachts](https://newsletter.simpsonmarine.com/go/24693175-430517-87586222)within North and South East Asia. Simpson Marine is Asia’s biggest yacht sales and brokerage company, and is currently celebrating its 35th anniversary. In June 2018, Simpson Marine announced the addition of British flagship motoryacht brand,[Fairline Yachts](https://newsletter.simpsonmarine.com/go/24693175-430517-87586222), to its portfolio for Hong Kong and the Philippines, and is now delighted to see this partnership continuing to spread across Asia. “It is a privilege working with[Fairline Yachts](https://newsletter.simpsonmarine.com/go/24693175-430517-87586222)here in Hong Kong and we have been delighted with the first yacht arrivals.Our first Squadron was sold while on board the ship bringing her to Hong Kong — immediately after the announcement of her imminent arrival — which speaks volumes about Fairline’s appeal.
GMT Global Marine Travel and [Yacht Chandlers](https://www.yachtchandlers.com/) co-host a luxury seaplane experience with Tropic Ocean Airways from the Fort Lauderdale International Airport to the Miami Seaplane Base for the 2020 [Miami Yacht Show](https://www.miamiyachtshow.com/en/home.html).
Built for the main shareholder of Benetti shipyard with no expense spared Ambrosia is the Queen of Asia waters and truly unique.
The 2 nd Guangzhou Nansha International Sailing Regatta was held from 6 to 9 December, 2018 at Nansha Marina (Nansha, Guangzhou). The 4 day event presented a series of thrilling races, on-land and on-water displays, diverse experiential programs and interactive activities for public, as well as races live broadcasts and onsite performances in the Race Village.
**Boutsen Design**, based in Monaco, was founded by Daniela Boutsen to provide a comprehensive decorating, interior design and refit service to create the client’s dream environment on board and at home.
There was a playful glint in Arief’s eyes as the speedboat tender left M/y Latitude in the distance on the final day of our one month cruising adventure.
In a yacht insurance market that is changing more than it has in 20 years Expat Marine reported a significant growth in business in 2018. While premiums and deductibles are increasing, levels of cover reducing and insurers being far more wary of accepting risks the specialist yacht insurance broker has gained new clients over the past 12 months, some who have had fairly complex risks to insure. Colin Dawson commented ‘with our 22 years specialist experience in yacht insurance we have built relationships in the underwriting markets that allow us to discuss risks in ways other brokers are not able to and we have found solutions for clients both in the placement of their insurance and settlement of claims in difficult situations. There is no doubt the yacht insurance market is beginning a cycle of big change and this will severely affect yacht owners and the policies they need’
Asia Pacific Superyachts co-founder Gordon Fernandes participated in the January 11, 2019 Thailand Yachting Forum Panel Dialogue, “Highlighting Strategies for Attracting Yachts and Improving Safety at Sea” held at the Royal Phuket Marina in Phuket.
The natural beauty of the Andamans in sailing around the Andaman & Nicobar Islands is the highlight of the 2 nd Annual ‘Sail the Andamans’ Yacht Carnival & Rally, to be held [from 20 February to 21 March 2019](x-apple-data-detectors://0).
