May

[Sanlorenzo](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/manufacturer/sanlorenzo/)recently launched the first[44Alloy](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/newyacht/sanlorenzo/44alloy/), the new fast displacement superyacht with a length of 44.5 meters, entirely in aluminium, makes its official debut this year. The new model, features interior design – for the recently launched unit – by the Florentine architect Michele Bonan, and is being built at the shipyard at La Spezia, home of the Superyacht division. With 5 boats already sold and under construction, Simpson Marine are looking forward to seeing their two units sold to Asia clients later this year.

The Principality of Monaco and Informa confirmed they are working together to deliver an intimate, not-for-profit Monaco Yacht Show in Port Hercule in September 2020, with full details to be announced in the coming weeks.The proposed event will employ the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness and be dedicated to supporting the speedy recovery of the industry post COVID-19, providing an invaluable platform for designers, brokers, shipyards and other key players within the yachting industry to connect with their customers and share ideas in a safe environment.

Pink dolphin, sea turtle and black tip shark sightings are just some of the unusual and growing number of sightings of sea life in Thailand. Scientists attribute this to the absence of tourists and fishing boats during the Coronavirus pandemic, report Captain Charlie Dwyer and Gordon Fernandes, co-founders of Asia Pacific Superyachts.

This 86 Sunseeker 2019 is probably one of the nicest examples of the entire Sunseeker fleet stacked with every possible option and a custom bespoke interior. Four sumptuous staterooms all with ensuite bathrooms, room for four crew and a state-of-the-art audio visual system, customer designed by the same sound engineer that looks after the likes of Harry Styles and Duran Duran. This superbly appointed yacht is available for sale or charter along with its four professional crew in Japan.

April Nautical Nights in Cairns was a big one! Sponsors for the evening were ISP Fish Market and Trinity Petroleum – thank you to our fantastic members! Superyacht crew and members caught up over a drink and a bit to eat at the Salt House, Cairns Marlin Marina. It’s the Super Yacht Group Great Barrier Reef’s monthly event for members, local crew and visiting crew! If you are in Cairns for our next event on May 14th, please do let us know!

Boat Lagoon Yachting and Burgess announce a new partnership to provide world-class superyacht services in Thailand.

Our good friend Capt Ed Shiels and his command MY Latitude pulled into Bali last week for fuel, provisions and some R&R for the crew as the ship travels on to Australia for its five year re-fit.