February

Benetti is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Walford as Benetti Area Manager for Australia and New Zealand, effective February 1st, 2025. With this choice, Benetti consolidates its position in a rapidly expanding and strategically important market for the Shipyard. Matthew Walford has over 20 years industry experience with expertise in new build, brokerage and refit.

The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit returns for its highly anticipated second edition at the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel in Hong Kong, scheduled for the 7th and 8th of May, 2025. Recognised as a leading event in the superyacht industry in Asia, this year’s summit will bring together key decision-makers, including representatives from family offices, yacht management companies, captains, brokers, and other industry leaders.

On January 18, Heysea proudly delivered another 112-foot superyacht（Asteria 112-foot hull No.05）from Heysea Yachts to Hainan, China. This marks the third Asteria 112 superyacht delivered to Hainan by Heysea. The Asteria 112 superyacht is the flagship product of Heysea Yachts Group’s Asteria superyacht series, exemplifies the perfect fusion of modern aesthetics and advanced marine engineering.

Port Denarau Marina Limited is proud to announce its recognition at the esteemed ANZ Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards (FETA) 2024, where it was honored with the Silver Award in the “Tourism Industry Support” category. The award was presented during a prestigious ceremony held on Saturday, 8th February 2024, at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort.

The Oyster World Rally provides a fully supported experience for any Oyster owner who has always dreamed of taking part in a world circumnavigation and Port Louis Marina located in Grenada in the Southern Caribbean will be the penultimate stop. The Oyster World Rally now in its 4th edition takes place for Oyster Owners every 2 years. The 16-month rally takes Oyster Owners all around the world on an adventure of a life-time of around 27,000 nautical miles. Unique as the only fully-supported circumnavigation, Oyster’s expert World Rally team meet the fleet at major destinations, assisting with everything from managing berthing, repairs, sharing experiences and technical expertise, along with an in-depth knowledge of the must-see sites to visit and, of course, local bars and restaurants.

Built in 2014 by the renowned Bloemsma Van Breemen shipyard in The Netherlands, the 43.9-meter (144ft) M/Y DOLCE stands as a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and design. This structurally sound Dutch masterpiece embodies excellence. M/Y DOLCE is a truly unique custom creation, born from a collaboration between top designers and engineers, blending aesthetics with high-performance capabilities, while prioritizing advanced engineering and safety.

World Boating Day, an international open day for the entire leisure boating industry already spanning over 9 countries in 2024, is already on its way to grow bigger in its Second Edition. On May 24th, 2025, the Superyacht Life Foundation – who coordinates the entire campaign, is inviting businesses, foundations and yacht crew from within the boating and yachting industries to open their doors for a “glocal” celebration. World Boating Day 2025 is championed by over 37 industry organisations, across the world, and its message is carried by 6 country-specific ambassadors.

Camper & Nicholsons proudly announces the launch of M/Y Fantasy, a 59-metre Perini Navi motor yacht, which took place at The Italian Sea Group’s La Spezia shipyard this month. As project manager and buyer’s representative, Camper & Nicholsons played an integral role in guiding this remarkable yacht’s development, ensuring seamless execution and unparalleled quality throughout its construction. By overseeing every technical and design detail, Camper & Nicholsons helped to realise the Owner’s vision, transforming concept into reality with precision and expertise.

The Southeast Asia Yachting Conference 2025 (SEAYC), being held on 8 – 9 April at ONE15 Marina Sentosa Cove, is a key channel for visionaries, policymakers and industry leaders to connect and shape the future of yachting. The SEAYC has proudly announced that Arthur Tay will lead the Keynote Address and Wicky Sundram will be the Master of Ceremonies. The conference is supported this year by collaborations with seven leading industry Associations proving that the yachting industry in Southeast Asia is eager for a dedicated platform to discuss key issues, share insights, and explore new opportunities.”