2018

A large white luxury yacht is moored on calm blue water at sunset, with a partly cloudy sky and a distant shoreline visible in the background.
January

YPI announces two significant price reductions in January

Yachting Partners International (YPI) is pleased to announce two significant price reductions. 33.4m Bilgin MADNESS has undergone a 1M EURO price reduction and is now for sale at 2,000,000 EURO. 33.1M HEYSEA 108 has undergone a 1.4 million USD price reduction and is now for sale at 6,200,000 USD.

A sleek, modern yacht floats on calm blue water under a clear sky, with Christofle Yacht Style Awards 2018 written in elegant white text in the top right corner.
January

Sanlorenzo SX88 Receives Award for Best International Yacht Release; official photos released

Presented by [Sanlorenzo](http://simpsonmarine.mailpv.net/go/13324958-1141322-87586222) at the past Cannes Yachting Festival, **the new cross-over revolutionary yacht, the[Sanlorenzo SX88](http://simpsonmarine.mailpv.net/go/13324951-1327220-87586222) has been awarded with its second award,** after the first prestigious World Yacht Trophy,at the recent Phuket Rendezvous, 4-7 January 2018, with **Christofle Yacht Award for the Best International Yacht Release.** The judging panel composed of International media experts has explained the award for[SX88](http://simpsonmarine.mailpv.net/go/13324951-1327220-87586222): “Introduced to boating media at the Hotel du Cap Eden Roc at Antibes prior to Cannes Yachting Festival, the 27m [Sanlorenzo SX88](http://simpsonmarine.mailpv.net/go/13324951-1327220-87586222) is described as a crossover yacht that cleverly combines Salorenzo’s classic trademark flybridge vessels with the recently expanding explorer class. **The high protected bow, for example, has explorer DNA, while also allowing side bulwarks to taper downward as they move aft**.”

A modern, sleek luxury yacht with multiple decks sails on calm, blue water under a clear sky. The yacht features large windows and a streamlined design, emphasising its elegance and sophistication.
March

Sanlorenzo Announces E-Motion Technology

Sanlorenzo continues with its green investment and applies diesel/electric and hybrid propulsion systems to a complete range of models, and recently launched a new range of models with electric propulsion systems – the ‘’E Motion’’

A futuristic building with a white, web-like outer shell encloses greenery, palm trees, and a pool on a minimal, raised platform against a light blue background.
February

Pride Mega Yachts to attend 2018 DIBS

Building on their growing global presence and reputation as the world’s leading Chinese superyacht builder, Pride Mega Yachts is delighted to confirm their presence at the upcoming Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS).

Audience seated in a dimly lit room watches two speakers on stage next to a large screen displaying an image and text, with blue lighting and geometric wall panels in the background.
March

Simpson Marine organises Owners’ VIP Day at the Volvo Ocean Race Hong Kong Stopover

On 30 January, Simpson Marine organised a unique experience for yacht owners from Hong Kong, China and Taiwan by arranging a private tour at Kai Tak Race Village including guided tours on TEAM BRUNEL, AKZO NOBEL and TURN THE TIDE ON PLASTIC’s racing boats, done by sailors themselves and hence very interesting for the visiting guests, with first hand insights on life during long racing passages, team stories and more.

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