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July 2024
APSA is gearing up for the second half of 2024, and there is a lot happening in the region, with boat shows, rendezvous, partnerships, new launches, and new members, all making for exciting times in the Asia-Pacific. Local news includes the announcement of the strategic partnership between two APSA members, Simpson Marine and 02H20 Vietnam (represented by Alexandre Heng). Under the ownership of Sanlorenzo, Simpson Marine continues to expand in new emerging markets in the region.
Benetti Yachts recently marked a new milestone with the launch of M/Y Iryna 66M custom at its Livorno shipyard, the first model in the B.Now 67M collection. The owner renewed his confidence in the Shipyard by commissioning the construction of this vessel, eager to continue his evolution in the Benetti range, with the guarantee of superior construction and design quality.
Cowie & Co is a boutique law firm specialising in maritime work, with a particular emphasis on the yachting sector. The firm regularly advises a wide variety of international clients, including owners (buyers / sellers), yacht builders, dealers, brokers, yacht managers, designers, crewing agents and more. The firm’s practice focuses on the legal advisory aspects of yacht financing, second-hand sale and purchase, newbuilds / construction, chartering, third-party technical yacht management, marina infrastructure projects and other areas.
The Setouchi DMO is made up of seven prefectures around the Setouchi region (Hyogo, Okayama, Hiroshima, Yamaguchi, Tokushima, Kagawa and Ehime prefectures) and consists of the Setouchi Tourism Bureau, which plans and implements tourism marketing and promotion, and the Setouchi Brand Corporation Ltd, which supports the development of tourism products using the Setouchi Tourism Sustainability Fund.
Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) co-founder, Gordon Fernandes, along with Captains Charlie Dwyer & Scott Walker, note, “We are excited to sponsor the ‘Asia Superyacht Night in Monaco’. We look forward to sharing recent positive changes for visiting superyachts and new cruising attractions in Southeast Asia at the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association event.”
Horizon Yachts is pleased to announce the launch of the sixth build in the FD110 series. Catering specifically to the U.S. market, this Cor D. Rover-design creates a hull platform to accommodate a supremely spacious interior, unrivalled stability and style to match. From the design studio of Cor D. Rover and Horizon Yachts, the FD Series offers advanced fast displacement motoryachts that blend modern flair with functional living and entertaining spaces.
As the northern hemisphere’s summer season begins and the rush of pre-season work slows down, HFW brings you the latest edition of Comprehensively Yachts, collated by William Maclachlan (Partner) and Jessica Taylor (Legal Director) from their London office. Full of thought-provoking topics and analysis of current trends, the first article looks at the growing adoption of sustainable technology in yachting.
Simpson Marine, Asia’s premier yacht dealership celebrating 40 years of business operations, is delighted to announce its strategic expansion into Vietnam in partnership with 02H20 Vietnam, represented by Alexandre Heng, a renowned yacht and jet sales brokerage company in Asia, and Sassy Nguyen, CEO of the SS&Sons Group, a holding company representing a number of prominent luxury brands in Vietnam. Under the ownership of Sanlorenzo, Simpson Marine continues to expand in new emerging markets in Asia-Pacific.
APSA member and German yacht builder Dörries Yachts has unveiled the first renderings of the unique lookout spot known as the Nest, onboard the 114.1-metre in-build superyacht Arwen. Perched high atop of the superstructure, the panoramic enclosed seating area promises to be the epitome of luxury, offering an exclusive retreat with breathtaking views. With an almost 360-degree view, her design ensures that no matter where you sit, you are enveloped by the tranquil beauty of the ocean.
At boot Düsseldorf, Ferretti Yachts presented the first model in the new range that creates a limitless experience of sky and sea. Once again Ferretti Yachts chooses the perspective of owners to imagine a new and superior cruising experience. Ferretti Yachts InFYnito lets them enjoy life on board as if the yacht were an extension of their home, somewhere to breathe in the light and where the dialogue between interior and exterior gives a feeling of total fulfilment.
The Pantaenius team recently made a trip to French Polynesia for the Australian Superyacht Rendezvous in Tahiti in July. Held at Marina Taina, it was great opportunity to connect with the captains of vessels insured through Pantaenius. It was amazing to see so many yachts that Pantaenius covers—whether through the offices in Hamburg, Sydney, Monaco, Spain, Denmark, or Austria—all docked at the marina at the same time.
Clearvac Engineering Asia is pleased to announce the appointment of our new General Manager, Mr. Scott Duncanson. After another year of growth, Clearvac is excited to have Scott leading the team to implement further expansion in the SE Asia region. Scott relocated to Thailand in 1991, after completing studies as a shipwright.
Port Denarau Marina is proud to announce that its status as the first and only accredited Clean Marina across the Pacific Islands has been renewed. Located in western Fiji, just 20 minutes’ drive from the country’s international airport in Nadi, the marina is an official port of entry to Fiji’s idyllic cruising grounds. The fast-developing marina is home to 52 fully serviced berths and 16 swing moorings, including 20 berths suitable for superyachts measuring up to 85 metres in length.
ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove Singapore is set to host the third edition of the Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) from 10 – 13 April 2025 and the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) is again a Supporting Partner for the 2025 edition being held at One 15 Marina. Anticipating close to 13,000 visitors, SYF 2025 will boast a significant increase in exhibition and festival space, incorporating new elements including a 1000+sqm land-based exhibition hall, a dedicated superyacht zone and more on-water leisure marine activities for participation.
Save the date for the 2025 edition of the Thailand International Boat Show a Luxury Lifestyle Event that will take place at Phuket Yacht Haven from 9 - 12 January, 2025. Located in the north of Phuket Island, Phuket Yacht Haven is the island’s largest marina with 332 berths and can accommodate yachts of all sizes up to 100+ metres, aligning with the organisers’ plans to expand the show and welcome more boats, larger boats and superyachts.
The Clipper Stad Amsterdam was recently in Hong Kong as part of its two-year voyage around the world, that started in Amsterdam 2023 and finishes back in Amsterdam in time to participate in Sail Amsterdam in August 2025. APSA was delighted to catch up with an old friend from the Dutch superyacht community, Evert Van Dishoeck who is the Director for Rederij Clipper Stad Amsterdam B.V. Stad Amsterdam, the official flagship of the city of Amsterdam, and an icon of the five-yearly nautical event SAIL Amsterdam.
