2021

A modern luxury yacht with sleek lines floats on calm water under a cloudy sky. The text SD 118/ is displayed in the upper right corner.
September

New Sanlorenzo SD118 and SL90 Asymmetric Models Sold in Asia

Sanlorenzo Asia, a division of Simpson Marine, is pleased to announce a double sale of two 2021 premiere models from Sanlorenzo into Asia.These brand-new units of the[SL90A](https://newsletter.simpsonmarine.com/go/35100093-2161265-181316429), the latest addition to Sanlorenzo’s Asymmetrical range, and the[SD118](https://newsletter.simpsonmarine.com/go/35100098-1203562-181316429)are set to be delivered into the region in 2022.

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October

New Agents by Catalano App delivers Seamless Support

Catalano Shipping Services is currently rolling out a revolutionary new App called ‘Agents’ which not only links them to their clients but also links their offices together to achieve their goal of Seamless Support.With over 10 offices in the Mediterranean and now rapidly expanding into the Asia Pacific region, the group is focused on maintaining standards and fluidity as their clients move from place to place. And so far, it is working nicely.

A luxurious multi-deck yacht with a pool on the stern floats on clear blue ocean water, illuminated by soft sunlight. The vessel features modern design and several outdoor lounge areas.
September

Benetti’s Steel Yacht Strategy A Winner

The Italian shipyard announces an order book of 16 yachts in the 50 to 100-meter range and outlines its development strategy in this segment. Benetti chose the Monaco Yacht Show, the international event traditionally reserved for superyachts, to take stock of the brand’s initiatives in the large steel and aluminium yacht segment. On display were the 65-meter superyacht Zazou and Yacht Show flagship IJE, the 108-meter gigayacht.

Aerial view of a marina at sunset, with numerous yachts and boats moored along the waterfront. Industrial buildings and green hills are visible in the background under a colourful sky.
October

M/Y Lady Christine Leaves GCCM

The Superyacht Basin at Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) will be looking a bit different the next few days. After taking up residence at the Gold Coast based shipyard for the last 6 months, M/Y Lady Christine (68m Feadship) is setting off for Tahiti. Having spent most of her time encapsulated, M/Y Lady Christine is now unwrapped and ready for the next adventure.

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October

Brookes Bell at Monaco Yacht Show

Brookes Bell Superyacht consultants Adam Whittle, Patrick Yeoward and Arron Jackaman attended the Monaco Yacht Show to meet with clients and explain how their advanced non-destructive testing techniques will save both owners and yards time and money when it comes to drydocking maintenance and repairs.

A couple walk hand-in-hand along a sandy beach, with the woman in an orange dress holding a sunhat. The sea is calm and a white catamaran floats in the background under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
October

Sailing Sri Lanka’s South and North coast

Sail Lanka Charter is reporting a sharp rebound in charter bookings as Sri Lanka announced no restrictive quarantine required. “Fully Vaccinated” travelers can stay at any type of accommodation and no on-arrival PCR test is required. As Sri Lanka opens its doors to the world once again; the governments and Tourism Board have pulled out all the stops, ensuring that every precautionary measure has been set in place to make visitors island getaways as safe, secure, and serene as possible.

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September

Chairman’s Message 22 September 2021

It is a great shame that the APSA 10th Anniversary Superyacht Night event was not able not able to happen this year,but hopefully 2022 will be different. Two of the Committee Members will be at the Monaco Yacht Show (22-25 September) this year, and if you would like to catch up with either Gordon Fernandes or myself please contact us via APSA Executive Director, Suzy Rayment on [info@apsuperyacht.org](mailto:info@apsuperyacht.org) and she will relay any messages.

A large cargo ship named REGINE is docked at a port while cranes load or unload a luxury yacht from its deck. The scene takes place near the water with other vessels and land visible in the background.
October

Sevenstar Yacht Transport: 11 New Sailings to & from Asia Pacific

In a time where deck space on suitable vessels has become scarce, we are proud to announce as many as eleven new sailings to and from Asia Pacific”, says Jan Maarten Boissevain, Sales Director of Sevenstar Yacht Transport. “Now many yacht owners want their yachts shipped home, we are happy that we can provide our clients with the following sailing options for October and November.

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