Overview
Singapore is less a cruising ground than the region's most efficient back-up base: a no-nonsense international port where a superyacht can find engineering, repairs, materials, parts, paint and provisioning before sailing on to Malaysia, Thailand or Indonesia. Its territorial waters are not much larger than the island itself, but few places in Asia match it for shore support.
Shipyards and marinas here are equipped to handle superyachts, backed by one of the world's best-connected airports at Changi and a deep bench of brokers, managers, surveyors, lawyers and registries. For owners and captains, Singapore is the place to refit, re-crew, re-store and reset between cruising seasons.
It is also the region's flagship show window: the Singapore Yachting Festival is the largest big-boat show in Asia, and the city pairs that industry depth with the dining, hotels and connectivity that make it an easy place to base a programme.
Marinas & Map
Map Key - Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Marina at Keppel Bay
- Republic of Singapore Yacht Club
- ONE°15 Marina Club (Sentosa Cove)
- Raffles Marina
- Changi Sailing Club
✈ Singapore Changi Airport
Getting There & Clearance
Port & Clearance
Singapore is one of the world's busiest ports, with vessel movements overseen by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). Customs and immigration are handled efficiently, and the port runs a full range of agency, bunkering and logistics services for visiting yachts.
Best Time
Just north of the equator, Singapore is a year-round destination with no distinct cruising season.
International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport is a leading global hub, making crew changes, owner arrivals and parts logistics straightforward.
Onward Cruising
Singapore is the natural springboard for the cruising grounds of Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia, each within easy reach.
Local Services
Brokerage & Charter
Burgess Asia · Camper & Nicholsons · Asiamarine
Agency & Logistics
Asia Pacific Superyachts · Catalano Shipping · Asiatique Yacht Supplies
Shipyards & Refit
Benetti Asia · engineering, paint & parts
Legal & Registration
HFW · Hilda Loe Associates · Cayman Islands Shipping Registry
Management & Technical
FEMA International · Brookes Bell
Events
Singapore Yachting Festival - Asia's largest big-boat show
APSA Members in Singapore
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Singapore a superyacht cruising destination?
Singapore's territorial waters are compact, so it is less a cruising ground than the region's most efficient services, refit and provisioning hub, and the gateway from which yachts sail on to Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia.
Which marinas in Singapore take superyachts?
The main marinas are Marina at Keppel Bay, ONE°15 Marina Club at Sentosa Cove, Raffles Marina, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club and Changi Sailing Club.
When is the best time to visit Singapore by yacht?
Singapore sits just north of the equator and is a year-round destination with no distinct cruising season.
What services can a superyacht get in Singapore?
Full engineering, repair and refit, paint, parts and provisioning, plus brokerage, charter, yacht management, legal and registration. Singapore is a one-stop technical and back-up base for the region.
Which APSA members are based in Singapore?
Singapore has one of APSA's largest member bases, including Asiamarine, Asia Pacific Superyachts, Benetti Asia, Burgess Asia and Camper & Nicholsons, alongside others listed in the members directory above.