2025

As the Mediterranean cruising season draws to a close, the Monaco Yacht Show offers more than a showcase of the world’s finest vessels. It is also a natural point in the calendar for owners, family offices and yacht managers to pause and reflect. With winter yard periods approaching and plans taking shape for the season ahead, now is the ideal time to review insurance arrangements confirm that cover is fit for purpose, and address any gaps that may have emerged over the summer.

The mood throughout Asia Pacific and the superyacht industry is increasingly upbeat with news of changing regulations favouring visiting yachts and new world-class marinas. Representing a dozen plus Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) agencies, directors are looking forward to sharing news at the APS Stand DS26 (in the air-con Darse Sud Tent) at the Monaco Yacht Show, held in the glamorous principality from 24 – 27 September 2025.

Development Indonesia (MDI), in partnership with PT Pelabuhan Indonesia, has successfully installed the first four concrete floating pontoons at Bali Benoa Marina on 21 June 2025. This milestone marks the beginning of the marina’s water-based infrastructure phase. The installation, led by SF Marina with technical supervision from MDI, was witnessed by representatives from the Ministry of Transportation and PT Pelindo Solusi Logistik (SPSL), a subsidiary of PT Pelabuhan Indonesia.

The Pershing 140 superyacht ARINA, a breathtaking 43.3-metre motor yacht launched in 2024, will be prominently showcased by YACHTZOO at the Monaco Yacht Show 2025. Representing the fourth and final build of the prestigious Pershing 140 series, ARINA perfectly marries sporty aggression with luxury and cutting-edge marine engineering. Designed by Fulvio De Simoni with naval architecture by Pershing’s in-house Ferretti Engineering Department, ARINA is defined by her sleek aluminium deep-vee hull and distinctive side wings.

With the new Grande Trideck, Azimut charts a bold and original course for its flagship superyacht. While the sleek, sculptural elegance of Alberto Mancini’s exteriors remains a defining signature, the visionary duo at m2atelier introduces a new design language that marks the beginning of a new creative direction for the Grande Series, with two further models set to debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September.

The Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) returns from 23 – 26 April 2026 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, with an amplified direction to be the regional platform for business, innovation, and serious engagement across the marine and lifestyle sectors. As the Asia-Pacific yachting market gains global prominence, SYF 2026 is evolving to reflect the region’s rising influence—not just as a growth market, but as a strategic buying centre and a vital bridge connecting global yacht manufacturers with Asia’s investors, dealers, and owners.

Premier Shipyard Unveils New Shiplift System, a game-changing 1,800-ton shiplift system sets new standard for superyacht services in Asia. Building on its legacy of continuous investment in facility expansion and enhancement, the Horizon Group is proud to announce the completion of a state-of-the- art shiplift system at its Premier Shipyard in June 2025.

Seasonality has long shaped the rhythm of leisure travel. From festive holidaymakers and summer beachgoers to the quiet lulls of off-peak months, these familiar waves continue to define the travel landscape. Airlines adjust their pricing, hotels offer attractive discounts, and destinations fine-tune their marketing to align with the distinct spikes and dips in demand.

APSA Member Island Sailors Maldives and BWA Yachting proudly announces the opening of BWA Yachting Maldives. This is significant step in BWA Yachting’s continued expansion across strategic superyacht destinations. This opening, developed in partnership with the Island Sailors Maldives, establishes a dedicated presence in one of the world’s most iconic cruising regions and positions BWA Yachting as the definitive link between the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean, seamlessly connecting Saudi Arabia, the gateway, with the pristine cruising grounds of the Maldives.