We are into the second half of 2021 and the boating industry is reporting a marked recovery from the depths of the Covid-19 pandemic. We are seeing an impressive rebound, especially in the superyacht market which has gone from strength to strength. Sales of new and second-hand superyachts are at levels comparable to the bumper year of 2018, so there are definitely some positive vibes for the industry.
It is with great sadness that APSA has learned from his wife Kay, that one of our Founding Members, Daragh O’Higgins from Techworx, passed away on June 3rd, 2021.
APSA is looking forward to the second half of 2021 and continuing its year-long 10th Anniversary celebrations. As an Association we are keen to build on the growth of the Asian superyacht market which has seen the sale of several superyachts to Asia owners this year.
Title: Colin Dawson: Founding Member & Past Chairman (2010 – 2016)
OASIS DECKTM is the name of a new solution offered by Benetti which, based on the extraordinary success of the Oasis 40M boasting sales of six units in APAC region and 15 units globally. Now featured on new models of the Oasis 34m and B.Now 50M and 66M, Benetti is anticipating very high demand for the new models equipped with OASIS DECKTM. With a unique combination of five key features, OASIS DECKTM represents the brilliant proposal, presented by Benetti, to superyacht Owners who dream for long stays onboard in authentic contact with the sea, thus confirming the brand’s role as a pioneer and design leader.
The Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) have announced an exciting new advancement at the award-winning Australian refit and repair facility, increasing their superyacht lifting capacity to 300-tonne and setting a new city record for the largest vessel ever to be raised on the Gold Coast.
Due for delivery in June 2023, the new 56.70 metre Sanlorenzo 57Steel with 5 decks and a tonnage of 1050 GT, will bear the signature of Studio Zuccon International Project, for the exteriors, and Piero Lissoni for the interiors of this second unit. This model reconfirms Sanlorenzo’s innate ability to explore new concepts of liveability on board, always looking to the future and capturing the evolution of the lifestyles of the owners. One example is the possibility of equipping this model with a hybrid diesel/electric engine system.
Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd is proud to announce our appointment as the authorized dealer for Yanmar High Speed Marine Engine, covering sail boats and pleasure markets. In-line with the Company’s commitment in competency development and operational excellence, the Company undergone a training conducted by Pansar Sdn Bhd to ensure our technical team is equipped and confident of the Yanmar products we represent.
Fraser is pleased to announce the sale of 40M/131′ SILENTWORLD, one of the largest yachts for sale in the Pacific region. Sold by Fraser Australia brokers Peter Redford and Eugenio Cannarsa, who were representing the Seller, with Adam Blackmore from Fraser Hong Kong representing the Buyer.
