May

Data released at the Australian Superyacht, Marine Export and Commercial Industry Conference (ASMEX) by Superyacht Australia, the peak body for the superyacht industry, shows that foreign flagged superyachts stayed an average of 128 days in 2020 compared to an average of 73 days in 2019 representing a 75% increase in the length of stay. The economic impact of this was just over $100M and represents a 58% increase on 2019’s already impressive economic impact of $63M.

With two units already sold and a third under construction, the new model confirms[Sanlorenzo](https://www.simpsonmarine.com/manufacturer/sanlorenzo/)‘s determination to be a driving force of continuous evolution in the metal superyacht sector, raising existing standards time after time. With an overall length of 61.50 metres, a maximum beam of 11.90 metres, a gross tonnage of 1,300 tonnes and five decks, the new 62Steel Cloud 9 combines a strong, elegant and balanced line with ample volumes, advanced technologies and excellent navigation capabilities that guarantee comfort and liveability on board never seen on models of the same size.

As there has been some speculation in the past few weeks as to changes/ restrictions in Thailand for foreign flagged vessels, APS hopes the following information will help clarify current protocols.

YACHTZOO JAPAN has listed SILENT WORLD II 36m /120ft Christensen for sale at a bargain price. Silent World II was built in 1991 at Christensen and has a fiberglass hull, and was refitted in 2007. This timeless and magnificent superyacht is a true world cruiser with pedigree and huge interior volume, with expansive entertaining spaces inside and out. The owner of this yacht is ready to move up, so is asking just USD $1,099,000.

In what has been a stellar week for leading Australian refit and repair provider Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM), the landmark facility has been recognised and awarded on both the domestic and international stage for leading the field in providing innovative refit and repair solutions for Superyachts in the Asia-Pacific region.

It’s a bumper newsletter for the end of May, but life is still in a state of flux, it seems (according to the IOC) that the Tokyo Olympics which are scheduled to start at the end of July will go ahead. It’s not easy to organise events these days but fortunately there is still plenty of news from our APSA members showing that the yachting industry continues to grow and expand the world over.

Held over two days, from 15-16 May, the first edition of Beneteau Cup in Asia concluded successfully in Hong Kong with perfect conditions that saw 21 yachts racing together including Mike Simpson on his Oceanis 46.1 Freedom. Despite being launched in the most challenging times, the inaugural Beneteau Cup Hong Kong was a huge success which helped foster a strong community feel among Beneteau owners and their teams. The two-day event was the result of the hard work of numerous parties who helped to make it possible – these included passionate Beneteau owners to whom the event was dedicated, the unconditional support of Beneteau APAC, a professional organisation by the Simpson Marine, and experienced race management by the host partner Aberdeen Boat Club.

At an online presentation reserved for the press, Azimut Yachts unveiled its new Azimut Grande Trideck flagship, the brand’s first yacht with three decks and an expression of the DNA that continues to give the company its signature ability to innovate in terms of design, style and construction. Azimut Grande Trideck has three decks “plus one”. “Plus one” because Trideck has an extra deck in the stern in addition to the traditional three. The result is a cascade of four staggered terraces descending from the Sun Deck to the water’s surface.