January

January

Indies Trader: Beran Island Update

Beran Island has been a hive of activity at the start of 2025. Reo Stevens coaching has been hosting a private island group of wind sports enthusiasts. With the North Pacific kicking into gear in earnest and the storm activity flowing west to east has started on a more southerly trend and the island has been lighting up for the 12 lucky guests who have the Atoll and all the marine toys to themselves this past week.

January

SKYTOPIA: Airport Bay Marina

Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) presented the Airport City blueprint to the business community at a major event today as the new brand of the development, “SKYTOPIA”, was unveiled. The event showcased the development potential and investment opportunities at “SKYTOPIA”, with themed exhibition zones introducing the major projects, attracting over 300 business leaders from Hong Kong, Mainland and international business community.

January

Southeast Asia Yachting Conference Topics 2025

The Southeast Asia Yachting Conference 2025 (SEA Yachting Conference 2025) is set to return, offering a world-class platform to discuss the unique challenges and advantages in the yachting industry across Southeast Asia. Taking place on 8-9 April 2025 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, this two-day event will bring together a spectrum of international experts and key regional yachting trade to tackle critical topics shaping the Southeast Asia yachting landscape, including Hong Kong and Australasia’s influence in the region.

January

Thailand Yachting Conference 2025

The Thailand Yachting Conference, held on January 8, 2025, in Phuket, brought together 150 industry professionals, policymakers, and marine enthusiasts to discuss sustainability, innovation, inclusivity and the growth of the growth of the superyacht sector in Thailand. Organized by JAND Group Co. Ltd, the conference set the tone for the Thailand International Boat Show A Luxury Lifestyle Event, which took place from January 9–12, 2025, and showcased the vibrancy of Asia’s marine sector.

January

New World-Class Marinas in South East Asia

Superyacht agencies have been working closely with government officials over the past decade to bring about important and necessary changes for the accommodation of luxury vessels, including a significant easing of regulations for entry and longer stays. Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) gives an update on some of the new marinas under development in the stunning cruising destinations of Phuket, Bali, Maldives and Sri Lanka. “There are now world-class marinas and accommodation in nearly every cruising region in southeast Asia, with more coming” says Asia Pacific Superyachts co-founder, Gordon Fernandes. Phuket, Thailand

January

New APSA Member: Ankor Software

Ankor Software elevates yacht charter businesses with innovative technology tailored to industry needs. Their exclusive Calendars feature provides retail agents with access to a fully vetted, centrally managed database of luxury yacht listings. Ankor Software also offers a suite of tools to streamline your workflow, including itinerary and yacht brochure creation, digital contracts, and website integrations.

January

Praxis: Combined Yacht and Private Wealth Services Provider

In the world of luxury lifestyle management, expertise and good governance are paramount. Managing the asset structure and the yacht is complex and time-consuming for superyacht owners, but partnering with a single yacht ownership and private wealth services provider such as Praxis can transform this process. Such a relationship offers numerous benefits that streamline and enhance the ownership experience – allowing the client to focus on enjoying their investment.

January

Sanlorenzo and MAN Engines Partnership for First Yacht with a Bi-Fuel Engine

At the Blue Innovation Dock during the boot Düsseldorf boat show (18-26 January 2025), Sanlorenzo presented its innovative new project for the creation of the first bi-fuel green methanol propulsion system. Developed in partnership with MAN, this ground-breaking system will be installed on the Italian shipyard’s new 50 X-Space and will enable a reduction in navigation emissions by up to 70%.

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