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March 2025
The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit organised by Superyacht Times will be held on 7 and 8 May 2025 in the Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, with the aim of increasing the visibility of yachting in the region. The Simmit which is the second edition will focus on the development of Asia as a superyacht cruising destination and how to get more Asian clients interested in the construction, purchase, and charter of superyachts.
Global Marine Travel is sponsoring the Oasis Lounge at this year’s Palm Beach Yacht Show along with Dockwalk, Yacht Chandler’s, Derecktor Shipyard, Engineered Yacht Solutions and Shipyard Supply. The lounge gives captains and crew a casual spot away from the bustle of the show to have a drink and a bite to eat, and catch up with friends. This is the Palm Beach show debut for the lounge, which will be similar to the Oasis Lounge at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. From 2025, Dockwalk will also partner with GMT at the FLIBS lounge.
New APSA member is Legal Strategies a full-service law practice headquartered in the City of London, with affiliated firms in Singapore, Hong Kong, Italy and Monaco. Simone Centola, who is based in Singapore believes the company’s comprehensive experience and commitment to delivering robust and effective tailored legal solutions have earned them a reputation as trusted advisors in the yachting industry.
The Japan International Boat Show (JIBS) starts today, 20th March 2025, and the four-day event is being held across three venues. The Pacifico Yokohama will showcase over 190 exhibitors, including the latest models by Japanese shipyards, marinas, marine equipment, water toys and luxury cars; the Yokohama Bayside Marina has 53 yachts on display in-water, including international brands of both power and sail; and finally, the Hakkeijima Marina Venue offers sea-themed experience programmes that can be enjoyed by both parents and children.
The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association was please to participate in an Industry Round Table Discussion organised by the Chief Executive Policy Unit (CEPU) to discuss opportunities for Hong Kong's Yacht Economy Development and Marine Tourism, that follow on from last year's Policy Address.
The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism (MoT) is working to reform the local travel and tourism industry, outlining key strategies tol focus on attracting high-spending travellers and developing high-value tourism products, as reported in a TTG Asia article published 7 March 2025.
Horizon Power Catamarans will take centre stage at the 2025 Palm Beach International Boat Show with the world premiere of the first PC60 to feature a Portuguese Deck configuration. The builder will enjoy a premium show position this year, with a dockside showcase located at Dock HPCDU, slips 288 and 289. Debuting the first Portuguese Deck layout, Hull 32, the latest in the wildly successful multihull PC60 model, adheres to the gilded rule of the outdoor lifestyle: maximized exterior deck space.
Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific is set to make a strong presence at the upcoming Singapore Yachting held from April 10 to 13 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore. As the leading name in luxury yachting, Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific will present a curated selection of yachts, highlighting the brand’s signature innovation, elegance, and custom craftsmanship. This year, the line-up includes four successful yacht models, the SD96, SL96A, SX88, and Bluegame BGM75 and BGX73.
The government has made strides to enhance the country’s superyacht registry by signing a significant agreement with a Swiss company. This partnership, established through the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services (ADOMS), aims to promote and market the nation’s yacht registration services.
During the last 18 months, Plus Marine has been awarded three new projects in Neom-Sindallah Marina, Jeddah Central Development and Triple Bay Amaala. In cooperation with the Design Studio Luca Dini, Plus Marine created a unique custom-made pedestal for this project, for berthing megayachts up to 50m. These pedestals will be remotely metered through Plus Marine’s SmartCloud Software.
Burgess is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025, with this year also marking the 10th anniversary of the establishment of its Asia operation in 2015. Burgess’ Asia team had another good year in 2024, despite a combination of geo-political uncertainty, macro-economic challenges, and military activity in the Red Sea resulting in a generally slow brokerage market in the region.
The 2025 Superyacht Australia Soirée delivered an unforgettable day, welcoming 266 participants to experience the elegance of luxury yacht chartering while fostering meaningful interactions with genuine prospective clients. Presented in partnership with Benetti Yachts, the sixth annual event was hosted on Saturday 8 March at the newly upgraded Jones Bay Superyacht Marina, which has already experienced its first summer season following its reconfiguration.
Sentient International, a trusted independent provider of corporate and trust services, proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary today. Established in 1985, the business has evolved from a small corporate service provider (CSP) into an internationally recognised firm, known for its expertise, pragmatic approach, and unwavering dedication to its clients in the trust and corporate services arena.
The Southeast Asia Yachting Conference 2025 (SEAYC 2025) organised by ONE°15 Events and hosted at ONE°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove, Singapore will open with a high-profile keynote panel, featuring Marco Valle, CEO of Azimut|Benetti Group, and Arthur Tay, Chairman of SUTL and ONE°15 Marina. This exclusive discussion will provide invaluable insights into market trends, sustainability, and the evolving landscape of luxury yacht ownership and marina development in Southeast Asia.
