Maritime Cook Islands (MCI), the Administrators of the Cook Islands Ships Registry, is pleased to announce the appointment of the newly formed Management Board – Moeroa Matheson, Paolo Favilli and Eleanor Roi. Effective from the 01st December 2022, the Management Board will serve as Co-CEOs, succeeding the role and responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer of the company.
Düsseldorf Boat Show 2023, is being held from 21 to 29 January 2023 in Messe Düsseldorf. Some of the superyacht highlights include Sanlorenzo and Bluegame and Fairline which are all represented in Asia by Simpson Marine. Attracting more than 250,000 visitors, Europe’s largest indoor boat show is a true highlight of the boating calendar. For more information on the yachts on offer, contact us at[hongkong@simpsonmarine.com](mailto:hongkong@simpsonmarine.com)
The Cayman Islands is a world leader in ship registration, remaining the flag of choice for owners of super yachts. The Cayman Islands Shipping Registry (Cayman Registry) is proud to be celebrating 120 years of maritime tradition and business in the Cayman Islands.
This “little” yacht that can cruise far! At 33 metres, this is the smallest of the OCEA Commuter family of yachts, but it still offers amenities comparable to those of larger yachts. Designing a transoceanic yacht based on commuter boats designed for short trips on a river was no easy feat.
With brilliant blue waters, expansive coral reefs and hundreds of peaceful islands: Fiji is not a hard sell and was listed as one of CNN’s top tourist destinations for 2023. For one, the country only reopened post-Covid at the end of 2021, meaning that visitor numbers to the South Pacific paradise have yet to fully rebound.
Starting in 2023 Beran Island will be open 12 months a year offering diving and sport fishing holidays. Indies Trader Marine Adventures are in the process of structuring these packages but have the schedule open and are happy to take bookings. Both the diving and fishing at the island are world class and the Indies Trader team cannot wait to show the world. To find out more about the packages head[here.](https://www.indiestrader.com/marshall-islands/inquire/)
Yacht operators can benefit from French Commercial Exemption (FCE) in 2021 even if they have been unable to make the necessary trips usually required to qualify. The Covid-19 pandemic has meant many vessels have not been able to meet the qualifying requirements of 70% navigation outside French waters. However, a relaxation of the rules means operators may still qualify for 2021.
ASIAMARINE is thrilled to announce that it has been appointed as the official dealer of TIGE Boats in Hong Kong, effective from 1st January 2021. Based in Texas, the United States and Founded by Charlie Pigeon in 1991, TIGE has been rapidly becoming a leader in surf, wake and ski boats worldwide. ASIAMARINE is delighted to add TIGE to its portfolio and bring this innovative and exciting brand to Hong Kong’s wake-surfing enthusiasts.
S/Y TARONGA was designed by the legendary designers at Sparkman & Stephens and was the number six of only 11 Maxi 88s built between 1989 and 2005 at the CIM shipyard in Rochefort, France. The sailing yacht underwent extensive modifications from CIM engineers in 2013/2014 and an exterior and interior refit in 2017, rendering her in superb condition.
