February

February

Travel Cue: High Growth Ranking

Travel Cue’s holding company, Connect Group has been named one of Singapore’s fastest growing companies 2022 for the second year in a row. The Straits Times and Germany-based global research firm Statistica based this ranking on companies with an exceptional revenue growth between 2017 and 2020.

February

Azimut Yachts Launches New Magellano 30 Metri

Launched in Viareggio, the first Magellano 30 Metri is designed for the experienced owner and connoisseur who plans to enjoy long-distance voyages, whatever the weather conditions and in a constant dialogue with the sea. The Magellano 30 Metri takes this desire for freedom and expresses it in the form of unprecedented seakeeping and a design that offers a view of both the sky and the sea from every point on the yacht. The intimate relationship with nature is also respected in sustainability-related choices that aim to reduce the yacht’s environmental impact. The Magellano Collection is the Azimut Yachts line for yachtsmen who have a predilection for long cruises: Magellano is always smooth and safe at sea, with low fuel consumption and a wide range of speeds.

Luxury yachts moored at a marina during dusk, with city buildings and a modern glass skyscraper in the background. Warm lights illuminate the boats, creating a vibrant atmosphere under a cloudy sky.
February

Superyacht Australia Soirée 2022

Superyacht Australia, the peak body for the Australian superyacht industry, is excited to announce the date for the third annual Superyacht Australia Soirée as Saturday 26 February 2022 at Jones Bay Marina, Sydney, Australia. Benetti Yachts, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious manufacturers of superyachts, has once again signed as the Major Partner for the third year running. as has CEO Magazine as the Media Partner; Jones Bay Marina and Pantaenius as Event Partners and Fraser Yachts as a Broker Partner. Superyacht Australia Platinum member, City Index, is supporting the Soirée as an Event Sponsor along with Miele Professional.

Aerial view of a marina with numerous boats and yachts moored along piers on turquoise water. Several small boats are cruising, and large white buildings and palm trees are visible in the background.
February

APSA Networking Opportunities at Miami Show

Diane M. Byrne, the editor of MegayachtNews.com and the chair of the U.S. Superyacht Association–both of which are APSA Affiliate Association members–look forward to welcoming Asia-Pacific-based professionals back to U.S. shores this year. Diane is arranging in-person meetings at the Miami and Palm Beach boat shows, so if you are attending please reach out at[dbyrne@megayachtnews.com](mailto:dbyrne@megayachtnews.com)for details. Of particular interest are cruising and chartering destinations.

A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a sleeveless white dress, stands on a quay in front of a large white yacht on a cloudy day.
February

New Manager of SuperYacht Group Great Barrier Reef

Not-for-profit SuperYacht Group Great Barrier Reef farewells manager Joanne Drake and welcomes Virginia Edwards to lead the group through the exciting challenges ahead as Australia’s borders open to fully vaccinated international superyacht crew and guests. Chairperson for the group, Kathleen Ferguson says, “Joanne Drake has done an outstanding job of steering the group over the previous six years and been instrumental in harnessing growth through some of the most difficult times our industry has faced. We now look forward to welcoming Virginia to continue promoting our incredible region as a premier superyacht destination for cruising and maintenance.”

A man in a light blue shirt smiles outdoors with a marina and yachts in the background, and buildings on a hillside.
February

CharterWorld.com Update

Nicolas Benazeth, Director of Charter at CharterWorld LLP, says “2021 turned out to be a very successful year for CharterWorld and we were thrilled to be able to put together so many successful charters and help our clients to get the break they were hoping for in these difficult times globally, or still manage to have that special family vacation or long-awaited expedition.” It has undoubtedly been a challenging time for the industry, as with all the travel and tourism sectors, but CharterWorld.com is extremely proud to have a very experienced team of dedicated brokers who have worked particularly hard to ensure charters went smoothly in the many different locations that the company operates in.

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