StellarPM Unveils the All-New ST88
_A Rugged, Elegant Steel-/Aluminium Raised Pilothouse Yacht Built for Global Adventure_
2025
StellarPM Signs Second ST108
M/Y Asia Poseidon, a 2014 Benetti with exterior styling by Stefano Righini and interiors from Zuretti Interior Design, has successfully completed an extensive refit programme in Bangkok. The vessel arrived from her berth in Pattaya before entering Clearvac Engineering Asia’s [Superyacht Shipyard](https://clearvacengineeringasia.com/vessel-services/superyacht-refit-project-management/), where a concentrated four-week schedule was carried out to meet the requirements of her upcoming RINA class survey.
Eleanor Keukura Roi (Cook Islands) is Appointed 35th ASA Chairperson
In a historic development for the Cook Islands and the broader South Pacific maritime sector,Eleanor Keukura Roi, Chief Executive Officer of the Cook Islands Shipowners Association (CISOA), has been appointed as the new Chairman of the prestigious Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA). The significant appointment took place during the ASA’s 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM), which convened this week in Jakarta.
Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) celebrates 25 years
Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM)– the iconic shipyard that redefined Australia’s marine industry by boldly transforming Gold Coast farming paddocks into an internationally renowned ‘one-stop-shop’ for vessel refit and repair has notched up 25 years. Since opening in 2000 as the first major marina development within the Gold Coast’s famous Coomera marine precinct, GCCM has been instrumental in changing the face of how boaties managed vessel maintenance and bolstering the Gold Coast’s status as the marine capital of Australia.
Horizon FD90 LiTHIUM+ Unveiled: Heritage Forged in Design
Horizon Yachts’ FD Series line up welcomes a new member: the FD90 Hull 33, christened LiTHIUM+. This yacht is the second to be owned by the same family and builds on the legacy of the original LiTHIUM. The lithium namesake is a nod to the family’s connection to the mining industry, and its design centres around a warm and inclusive environment that embodies the family’s core values. Prioritizing generous volume and comfort, LiTHIUM+ features a full-beam, on-deck master stateroom and four ensuite VIPs, plus two crew cabins for up to five crew members, including a Captain’s cabin. The main deck’s galley-aft layout creates an open, flowing space that extends seamlessly to the outdoor living spaces aft. Up top, the hydraulic folding radar mast makes room for passing bridges.
Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) Milestone Superyacht Accreditations
Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) has achieved a significant milestone by being awarded the prestigious 5 Gold Anchor Platinum and Superyacht Ready accreditations from the Marina Industries Association (MIA). This dual recognition affirms LYC’s standing as one of Asia’s most advanced and service-oriented marinas, highlighting its excellence in operations, facilities, and hospitality.
August
Australian Superyacht Conference (ASMEX) 2025
Title: Australian Superyacht Conference (ASMEX) 2025
The George Group Gathering in Hong Kong
The George Group along with Cowie & Co and Lodestone Yachts, was pleased to be to be sponsors of the recent Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit and in the lead up to the Summit, hosted a private dinner for 22 guests from 11 countries. Helped by good food and some superb wines the state of the superyacht industry was well and truly examined. Following from a successful inaugural dinner in 2024 this looks to become a fixture for future Summits. Colin Dawson from The George Group commented ‘the Summit this year was better attended and more intense than the inaugural event in 2024.
Premiere of wallywhy150 at SYF
Ferretti Group was back in the spotlight at the Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) with the eagerly awaited APAC première of the wallywhy150. Attending the SYF in collaboration with its long-standing local partner, Hong Seh Yachting, the Group’s yachts represent the pinnacle of Italian innovation and craftsmanship. The Ferretti Group Owners’ Night was an exclusive evening event for owners, prospects and VIP guests to see first-hand the revolutionary design and incredible interior volumes of the wallywhy 150 along with the iconic Rivamare, and the recently restyled FY780. Soirée guests were served signature cocktails thanks to the support of Campari RARE.
Bali Benoa Marina Ground Breaking Ceremony
The Bali Benoa Marina Ground Breaking Ceremony on 22 May 2025 marked a historic milestone in the development of Bali Benoa Marina, Indonesia’s first full-service luxury marina designed to support regional and international yacht tourism. Hosted by PT Marina Development Indonesia (MDI) in partnership with Pelindo, the ceremony brought together government leaders, private investors, tourism stakeholders, and media to witness the symbolic launch of a world-class maritime destination and celebrated World Boating Day in Asia.