Thailand Yachting Conference 2025
The Thailand Yachting Conference (8 January) and the Thailand International Boat Show: A luxury Lifestyle Event (9-12 January) will kick off the Asian boating calendar in the new year. The conference is aimed at yachting professionals, tourism operators, and marine businesses, and will explore topics that shape the future of the leisure boat industry in Thailand. The conference will bring together government officials and leading industry professionals to share insights on regulations, training, cruising grounds, superyachts, and sustainability.
The conference will embrace regional growth opportunities, and the skills needed to make the marine industry flourish. Highlights will include presentations by Thai Government Officials from Marine, Tourism and Technical Education sectors, and the programme will include critical conversations for those navigating Asia's yachting and tourism landscape and beyond.
Summary of conference highlights include:
Upskilling for Growth: Opportunities for Training Providers
- Discover how the Thailand Department of Skill Development helps businesses access government-backed funding to train and upskill their workforce.
Sustainability in the Yachting Industry
- Leading Thai academics Dr. Chantinee Boonchai, Kanokwan Homcha-aim and Asst. Prof. Wan Chantavilasvong, will focus on the environmental impact of the marine Industry, the preservation of marine wilderness, and explore the critical connection between urban planning and ocean health.
Regional Tourism and Yacht Growth: IMT-GT Insights
- Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand representatives showcase the region’s yacht tourism potential and locations, and explore how the IMT-GT (Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle) is positioning Southeast Asia as a premier yachting destination.
Superyacht Developments in the SEA Region
- Update on Thailand superyacht charter licenses, regional growth of the superyacht industry in SEA and role that Hong Kong can play as a marine hub for the region.
Women in Yachting: Leadership, Awareness, and Crew Support
- Georgia Allen (ISWAN) will share critical insights on mental health strategies and crew well-being followed by panel discussion featuring Shemaine Sebastien, Lies Sol, and Suzy Rayment and other female industry leaders who will tackle key themes like leadership pathways, safety, and inclusivity.
The Thailand Yachting Conference is more than an industry event—it’s a platform for ideas, innovation, and collaboration. Become cconnected with professionals across yachting, tourism, and sustainability sectors, in order to gain actionable insights from leading experts and speakers, and discover opportunities to grow your business and workforce.
The conference is being held at one of Phuket’s premium resorts, the Splash Beach Resort which offers an integrated family-friendly resort with a variety of accommodation options, a next-door waterpark, restaurants and bars, spa, gym, and the largest Conference Centre in Phuket, all located on Mai Khao beach, Phuket which is easy access to the airport.
Ticket Options:
Conference Only: 2,500 THB (inclusive of VAT)
Exhibitor & Captain’s Lounge Package: 6,500 THB (inclusive of VAT) – includes access to the Captain’s Lounge for 4 days at the Thailand International Boat Show, plus the full-day conference. APSA Members have a 15% discount and for more information contact: Junnipa Lonapalawong via email at junnipa.l@jandevents, or call us at +66 76 600 225. You can also visit our website at www.thailandinternationalboatshow.com
Book your tickets and see the full agenda here: https://mobile.eventpassinsight.co/registration/create/tibc25?code=2025
Join us for a day of inspiration, innovation, and connections at the Thailand Yachting Conference 2025.