2024

Dear APSA Members and Friends,

With over 50 years’ experience in yacht ownership and operational services, our yacht services division (formerly Sarnia Yachts) is one of the longest standing teams in the yacht sector.

The 4th Edition of the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous concluded after two intense days of conferences, networking, workshops and presentations. Organized by Monaco Marina Management (M3), the event brought together over 250 professionals from the maritime industry, as well as numerous investors from around the world who came to meet innovators. Their shared goal is to modernize and make maritime infrastructure more sustainable. This event demonstrates how sustainability is becoming a true driver of change. A selection of 20 start-ups and scale-ups, along with ten architectural firms and a dozen marinas were present.

The first sailing yacht in Wally’s new wallywind collection, Galma, debuted at Monaco Yacht Show 2024 (25-28 September). The jaw-dropping wallywind110 is the largest to have been delivered since the Ferretti Group took the helm at Wally, and she is evidence of the company’s commitment to sailing with a second hull already in build. “Ever since Wally came into the universe of Ferretti Group, it has carried on being Wally,” explains Avv. Alberto Galassi, Ferretti Group Chief Executive Officer. “The point is to keep creating yachts that are completely different to the rest of the yachts in the sailing world. With the wallywind110, we’ve managed to introduce something that is distinct: the boats are completely customisable staying true to Wally’s tradition, but with Ferretti Group industrial approach, so no two will ever look the same.”

Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) have built a strong network and a dedicated workforce of experienced yachting professionals who provide a superior level of service. Co-founder and General Manager, Gordon Fernandes, said, “There are recent positive changes in the region, with new cruising attractions in Asia. We’re proud to be the Platinum Sponsor of famed Asia-Pacific Superyachts Association’s ‘Asia Superyacht Night and it was exciting to meet so many APSA members and industry professionals during the event.”

Benetti confirms its commitment to supporting the sustainable lifestyle concept with eight hybrid units under construction for the B.Yond and B.Now lines. During the press conference held at the Hotel Hermitage Monte-Carlo on the sidelines of the Monaco Yacht Show 2024, which has just ended with great success, Benetti presented the new developments that encapsulate the essence of the Shipyard – “The House of Yachting” – to the international media and its network of brokers.