Travel Cue’s holding company, Connect Group, has been recognized in the latest Financial Times ranking as one of the High Growth Companies Asia-Pacific in 2021, earning a position in the exclusive ranking amongst the top 500 companies within the region.
Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd have set up an office in Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, and another workshop in Boustead Shipyard Langkawi. Northern Lights which is famous for its marine generators worldwide is a brand that Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd holds the Malaysian agency for and they are also the Yanmar Langkawi authorized dealership. Also the agent for ZF Sales and Service (M) Sdn Bhd which is for the pleasure craft business, ZF is recognized by its customers as an outstanding and reliable partner for both marine propulsion components as well as complete systems for all the vessels. If there are orders for these brands, the price will be duty and tax free which makes for competitive pricing. At the same time, the company has inventories that are kept in the Langkawi branch making for fast delivery times. Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd can also assist with the installation and commissioning of large equipment and can assist with maintenance or servicing jobs for your vessel.
Sail Lanka Yachting Group is happy to announce the launch the second Ocean Diamond by the end of the year. Now under construction in the Welipatanwila boatyard, in the South of Sri Lanka the shipyard has started the infusion process. Ocean Diamond offers endless comfort with its modern and peaceful interiors created by the in-house design team. From the sky lounge, the spacious professional restaurant, to the 10 comfortable cabins, guests enjoy both sailing and the sea.
Sevenstar Yacht Transport announces the following Asia-Pacific sailings for the coming months. Some sailings are almost fully booked others still have ample space. If you are looking for transport for your yacht, or if you have a client who is looking for shipping to or from Asia – Pacific, please, contact your local Sevenstar office.
As the US, Netherlands and other nations begin to roll out vaccines to all seafarers, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has published a Vaccination Roadmap framework to help establish vaccination hubs dedicated to seafarers across the world, alongside other major maritime NGOs.
Navigation may be second nature to many mariners, but for those crews who do not use this skill very often it can present some significant difficulties. Results from the Shipowners Club’s Condition Survey Programme often highlight a limited understanding of basic navigation practices. The Club was frequently notified of incidents where poor navigation has been the main contributing factor, and in response to assist Members in mitigating such incidents, the Club has produced a series of booklets which aim to explain the fundamentals of navigation in a simple and concise manner.
The Current May/June issue of Asia Pacific Boating focuses on sustainability, and the sea. There is an enormous amount of activity and plenty of issues to be addressed, and it is difficult to touch on them all.
