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Spotlight: Benetti's Triumph: Tranquillity and spirit

Benetti has been building magnificent vessels in Italian yards since 1873 and has adamantly refused to follow fashion, preferring instead to define their own classic style — their latest 65m megayacht is no exception. MY Triumph was custom built for a private...

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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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ICOMIA launches new Asia Working Group

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has confirmed that it launched a new ICOMIA Asia Working Group (IAWG), following the first members’ meeting at the end of February this year. “The formation of the IAWG marks the strong potential of...

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New wind in its sails: The renovation of Hong Kong-built schooner Teodora

The Hong Kong-built schooner Teodora, a 2021 restoration project by Turkish tycoon Rahmi M. Koç – honorary chairman of Koç Holding, Turkey’s largest industrial conglomerate, is one of many vintage and historic yachts owned or restored by Koç. Teodora was built in...

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Comment: Celebrating 10 years of Asia Pacific Superyacht Association

This year marked the 10th anniversary of Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA). Asia-Pacific's unspoilt cruising grounds are a major attraction to superyacht owners and charter operators. Plus, there is the growing realisation in the industry that the support, facilities and services that...

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The hidden magic of mangroves

Most yacht owners cruising Southeast Asia probably seek out the extraordinary marine life and spectacular colours found in the Coral Triangle, and they are right to do so. But there is another attraction that boaters have probably paid much less attention to...

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Registration opens for Sri Lanka boating development virtual workshop

A free online workshop is being organised to promote the development of recreational boating in Sri Lanka next week, and boating enthusiasts and industry leaders are encouraged to sign up and share their views.The workshop takes place on Tuesday, May 11 at...

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Burgess Yachts expands into India

Burgess has announced a new partnership with Marine Solutions in India, expanding its services to existing clients and enhancing charter offerings in the Indian Ocean, covering India, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Burgess has identified the region as holding “substantial long-term potential...

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Spices, safaris and sailing: The south side of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka juts into the Indian Ocean, acting as a stopover for superyachts transiting from the Mediterranean to Southeast Asia. With 1,300 kilometres of coastline, eight Unesco World Heritage Sites and 15 national parks, plus some of the best spots to enjoy...

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Asia Pacific Superyacht Association hosts Grand Tour webinars in January

The Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) is hosting three webinars in its Grand Tour 2021 series, to be held on three consecutive Tuesdays this month: 12th, 19th, and 26th of January 2021. Each webinar will commence at 17:00 HKT (GMT +8).APSA, which...

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Xiamen International Boat Show concludes

The China (Xiamen) International Boat Show has successfully concluded its 13th edition, which ran from November 20-23, 2020 at Wuyan Bay harbour.Yachts, boating equipment and accessories from global brands were unveiled during the four-day marine and trade show, with a particular focus...

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Asia-Pacific Boating Nov/Dec issue hits newsstands

CLICK HERE AND SAVE 10% OFF AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION TODAYFrom Phuket to Langkawi and Bali to the Maldives, the Asia-Pacific’s premier destinations look forlorn during lockdown. With all of the melancholy of a circus after the show, once bustling holiday locations are...

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Asia Boating Dialogue 2020 to Be Held as Webinar Series

By Sabrina LerskiatiphanichThe Singapore Boating Industry Association (SBIA) and the Hong Kong Boating Industry Association (HKBIA) will host The Asia Boating Dialogue as two, 120-minute webinar sessions this year. The first session will be on September 22, 2020 (08:00 UTC+8) featuring South...

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Magnificent Maldives

One of the world’s most iconic holiday hotspots, the Maldives is fast emerging as a world favourite for cruising yachts, with large Amels and Benetti builds among the superyachts to visit in 2018. Located in the Indian Ocean southwest of Sri Lanka and...