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Boat Lagoon Yachting delivers second Princess X95 in Singapore

The luxury yacht broker is the official dealer of Princess Yachts in Southeast Asia, and a high-end charter supplier. Boat Lagoon Yachting sold three of Princess Yachts’ flagship 95-foot yachts, including two X95 yachts and a Y95 yacht, in 2022. The X95...

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The Yacht Sales Co appointed as Maritimo dealer for Southeast Asia

Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo has appointed The Yacht Sales Co as the firm's exclusive Southeast Asia dealer. The Yacht Sales Co now represents Maritimo in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand and Hong Kong. The dealer has also confirmed it...

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Research manta rays on your own yacht

If you’ve ever relaxed on the deck of your superyacht with a cocktail and thought to yourself: “Is this all there is?” you’re in luck. The Manta Trust, a UK charity that coordinates global research and conservation efforts for manta rays, is...

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Comment: Thailand is back as a must-visit destination

Thailand, specifically Phuket and the surrounding provinces of Phang Nga, Krabi and Phi Phi, and the entire eastern Gulf of Thailand, is an increasingly popular superyacht cruising destination. On July 1, the government lifted all restrictions, and the country changed its status...

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Burgess and Starship Yachts partner for Hong Kong and Macau market

Burgess in Asia and Starship Yachts have partnered for the Hong Kong and Macau market, with Starship Yachts’ owner and chief executive Edwin Ho becoming Burgess’ chief representative for the dual markets. The news comes just a month after Starship confirmed it...

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Thailand International Boat Show 2023 kicks off

The Thailand International Boat Show 2023 (TIBS) is taking place this weekend (12-15 January 2023) at the award-winning Royal Phuket Marina, with over 6,000 visitors and more than 100 exhibitors expected to attend. Event organisers Jand Group say they are welcoming wealthy...

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Annual month-long rally returns to Andaman Islands

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India will once again play host to the 'Sail the Andamans' Yacht Carnival & Rally, to be held 20 February-21 March 2023. The month-long adventure starts and ends in Port Blair, with yachts sailing and motoring...

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Camper & Nicholsons to expand in Southeast Asia

Camper & Nicholsons has revealed plans for its expansion in Southeast Asia, with the opening of a new office in Singapore. The news comes as the superyacht brokerage and service firm looks back at a 'record year' in 2022, and reveals its...

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Sailing for a cause with Sailability Hong Kong

In 2009, Kay Rawbone devised a way to combine her passion for helping people with special needs and her husband Mike’s love for sailing into a perfectly synergised social movement at the Hebe Haven Yacht Club in Sai Kung. Step forward to...

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Tour boat destroyed by fire in Phuket

A tour boat anchored at a pier in Muang district in Phuket has been destroyed by a fire, according to local media reports. No injuries have been reported in the blaze. Five fire engines were called to the Khlong Tha Chin Port...

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Prestige Open Day draws a crowd in Thailand

Asia Yachting just held a successful Prestige Open Day in Boat Lagoon Marina in Phuket, Thailand. The mini boat show focused on a brand-new Prestige 420 and a sleek Prestige 590. It was the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic that Asia...

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TYBA announces new Phuket superyacht marina

The Thai Yachting Business Association (TYBA) has announced the launch of a new superyacht marina, which is to be located on Phuket’s northeast shore, about two kilometres west from Phuket Yacht Haven marina. Dubbed “Port Macchanu”, the project is to further develop...

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Mia Kai

Following a complete interior and exterior refit, finalised with new teak decks fitted in October 2016, MIA KAI is in immaculate condition! She received numerous upgrades and a brand-new, tasteful interior, in a subtle, neutral colour palette. The salon has large sofas...

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'The order books are fuller than ever': Industry insights from Asia Marine experts

Headquartered in Hong Kong, Asia Marine – a dealership, brokerage and chartering operation – is one of the fastest-growing companies in the regional yachting world, having opened new offices in Thailand and Singapore after a record-breaking 2021. Asia Marine has taken advantage...

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Asia Pacific Superyachts expands into Seychelles

Asia Pacific Superyachts, a network of superyacht agencies in the Asia Pacific region, has opened a new agency in Seychelles. “From imposing boulders to secluded award-winning beach spots, Seychelles represents one of the very few luxurious and untouched frontiers for vessels wishing...

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Interview: Nightlife mogul Allan Zeman reveals why he 'loves boating more than ever' – but won't cruise overnight

"I love boating more than ever these days, as I haven't left Hong Kong for three years – except to go to Beijing – because of Covid," says Allan Zeman. We're speaking to the multifaceted entrepreneur in his bright, airy office surrounded...

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Spotlight – Leopard L50: Life of the party

Hong Kong was lucky enough to enjoy the chance to see Asia’s second ever Leopard 50 – assembled and readied for delivery by the legendary Sun Hing Shipyard – when it arrived in late April. Vivian Chan who manages the shipyard is...

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A return to racing: How sailors across Asia are getting back on the water

The impact of the global pandemic made the organisation of sail racing extremely challenging. Still, clubs across Asia hope these disturbances are over and are working overtime to get racing schedules and key events back on track as they seek to return...

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Asymmetric multihull Asean Lady sees US$3m price drop

Asean Lady, the unique 88-metre superyacht, has had a US$3m price drop, and is now asking US$27m. The unusual asymmetric multihull has been listed for sale with the Raffles Yacht Group since last year. The yacht, built for Brian Chang in 2004,...

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Thailand to remove Covid restrictions on July 1

The Thai government is removing the final Covid restrictions applying to international travellers, including visiting yachts. Restrictions being repealed include the 'Thailand Pass' and US$10,000 health insurance requirements to enter the country. From July 1, vaccinated travellers will only need to show...