The charter yacht AXIOMA partnered with The Organic Pharmacy to offer exclusive spa treatments at sea. Axioma’s amenities include an infinity pool, mezzanine saloon, Jacuzzi, gym, cinema and accommodations for 12 guests, combining luxury with wellness.
At the Monaco Yacht Show, YPI celebrated 45 years by showcasing its history and milestones, including the launch of YPI Crew and partnerships with the BRS Group. The firm displayed the 27 m motor yacht Shogun, which can accommodate eight guests after a major refit, highlighting YPI’s brokerage and charter expertise.
Camper & Nicholsons Asia promoted its presence at the Monaco Yacht Show, listing yachts such as M.Y. Maybe, Dragon and Che. The team invited clients to their stand to arrange viewings and emphasised the show’s importance for the Asia-Pacific charter market.
Camper & Nicholsons International formed a 50/50 joint venture with Lai Sun Development to create Camper & Nicholsons Asia Holdings, headquartered in Hong Kong. Managing director Carmen Lau will lead the initiative, reflecting growing demand for superyacht services in Asia.
The 2018 Singapore Yacht Show will feature a Floating Leisure Hub, a floating village dedicated to leisure watercraft. Exhibits will include fishing and dive products, kayaks, pontoons and water toys, responding to visitor interest in marine activities. The hub will host demos, trials and giveaways in a social, on-water setting.
The organisers of the 2018 Singapore Yacht Show reported that 77% of its premium berths were already sold. The show will host yacht brands such as Princess, Jeanneau, Leopard Catamarans and Palm Beach as well as superyacht builders like Lürssen and Triton Submarines. Exhibitors across lifestyle and technology sectors will also attend, underscoring the show’s status as Asia’s premier boat show.
Integrated Marine Group appointed Phillip Redpath as general manager to oversee maintenance and refit operations in Auckland and to expand into new markets. The article notes IMG’s excellent reputation with repeat customers and mentions the tenth anniversary of project manager Dave Low.
M Yachts promoted a two-day golf and yacht event at Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club, including 18 holes of golf, a cocktail reception, charity dinner with auction and entertainment, and a luxury yacht day to watch the Junior Asia Cup Final. Participants could win a trip to Richard Branson’s Necker Island.
The record-breaking supermaxi Comanche chose Rivergate Marina & Shipyard for race preparation, taking advantage of its deep-water access and comprehensive refit services. Project manager Tim Hacket and Rivergate’s Andrew Cannon praised the facility’s professionalism, while emphasising the importance of supportive regulations for foreign-flagged yachts.
Compass Fresh appointed Luke Prokopavicius as general manager to expand provisioning services for superyachts and luxury resorts across Asia-Pacific. He brings experience supplying remote destinations and is committed to sourcing high-quality produce from local growers.
