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Thailand Yacht Show: 5,000 attend Asia's first on-water yacht show since 2020

Organisers of the Thailand Yacht Show (TYS) Pattaya have confirmed that just under 5,000 visitors attended the four-day show, which took place at Ocean Marina in Pattaya from June 9-12. Despite a limited global supply of production yachts due to increased boat-buying...

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Simpson Marine launches Sailing Academy at Thailand Yacht Show

Simpson Marine has confirmed the 'Simpson Marine Sailing Academy' is officially launching at the upcoming Thailand Yacht Show. This year’s Thailand Yacht Show will take place at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya from 9-12 June. Simpson, which has a fleet on...

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Brushstrokes of history: Inside the Jebsen nautical art collection

Hans Michael Jebsen is the third-generation chairman of Jebsen Group, one of Hong Kong’s most storied companies. The native Dane has a love of boating and maritime history – something passed on from his family, whose fascination for the nautical world dates...

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Fairline China created as Simpson Marine appointed exclusive dealer

Simpson Marine now represents Fairline as its exclusive dealer throughout the China region, the British builder has announced. The dealer currently has a total of 12 offices in seven countries and will sell Fairline from Sanya in Hainan, Shenzhen and Shanghai, with...

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First Fairline Targa GT45 in Shanghai, as Simpson Marine office opens

The first Fairline Targa GT45 has arrived into Shangai, regional dealer Simpson Marine has confirmed. The yacht will be based nearby on Suzhou Lake and enjoyed by the owner during weekend trips. The news comes shortly after Simpson Marine China expanded into...

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Charged up: How far can electric boats go?

At the 2021 Cannes Yachting Festival, there were crowds to rival the 2019 show. Apart from Covid precautions, one thing was markedly different: show organisers had set aside a pontoon dedicated to the all-electric boats proliferating among European and American builders. There...

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Fairline Yachts names new CEO and chairman

Britain's Fairline Yachts has confirmed the appointment of Paul Grys as its new CEO, while former CEO Derek Carter also re-joins the motoryacht builder as chairman. Grys has previously spent two decades at leading British construction equipment manufacturer JCB, where he held...

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Cannes Yachting Festival begins as Europe returns to form

This week, Europe marks its return to in-person, on-water boat shows with the Cannes Yachting Festival, which runs from September 7-12, 2021. The show is a key event in the world’s yachting calendar, and its postponement in 2020 in the wake of...

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Fairline Squadron 53 arrives in HK, new F//Line 33 revealed for Cannes

Fairline Squadron 53A new Fairline Squadron 53 has arrived into Hong Kong and is now ready for delivery.This luxury cruiser from British boatbuilder Fairline has exterior design from Alberto Mancini, combining soft curves with sophisticated styling. With twin helm and triple helm...

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First Fairline Targa 45 GT sold into Shanghai

Leading sales and brokerage company Simpson Marine has announced the sale of the first Fairline Targa 45 GT into Shanghai, China. The British-built sportscruiser from Fairline Yachts is set to arrive in Asia in July. The Targa 45 GT, which made its...

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Alberto Mancini interview: Design for life

Italian verve, effortless style, the Riviera lifestyle: Alberto Mancini is, in many ways, the personification of his particular brand of superyacht design. As he effusively describes the sweeping port view from his Monaco offices, we can only imagine enjoying the Mediterranean breeze...

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Asia market equalled 23.5% of Sanlorenzo sales in 2020

The Sanlorenzo SX112 Hong Kong-based Simpson Marine, one of Asia’s premiere yacht dealership and charter companies, reported that 2020 total sales were over US$200 million, with 112 new and second-hand yachts being sold in a year marked by economic turbulence brought on...

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Fairline Squadron 50 debuts in Hong Kong

Fairline Yachts is bringing a taste of quintessential British heritage to Hong Kong aboard the new Fairline Squadron 50.Engineered in England and designed by Italian Alberto Mancini, Fairline has developed an international reputation for its award-winning range of yachts. The Squadron 50...

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Exhibitors at 2020 Hong Kong Yacht Show Announced

Verventia, the organising partner behind the inaugural Hong Kong Yacht Show, has released an initial list of exhibitors for the show, scheduled for November 19 to 22, 2020.Ferretti Group Asia Pacific has confirmed its participation at the show, as have Hong Kong-based...

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Hong Kong is top destination for yacht deliveries "by a long way"

The number of yacht deliveries to Hong Kong is rebounding, with the SAR experiencing strong demand for yacht transport services since late April.Charles Massey, head of Sevenstar Yacht Transport’s Hong Kong office, says business in Hong Kong is strong.“There were concerns in...

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Fairline showcases first Targa 65 GTO in the UK

Luxury British boatbuilder, Fairline Yachts, announces that the award-winning Targa 65 GTO will be on display at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show 2019, powered by Borrow a Boat. This is the first time a Targa 65 GTO will been shown in...

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Fairline celebrates launch of F//Line 33

On August 29, British luxury boat builder, Fairline Yachts, celebrated the launch of its new boat, the F//Line 33, with an exclusive VIP party hosted at the Butlers Wharf Chop House in central London.(Photo: Fairline)The spectacular event saw over 300 people including press,...

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Fairline launches 50ft range

Luxury British motor yacht manufacturer Fairline Yachts is announcing a new 50ft range, which is available to order now for delivery in 2020. The first of the new line, the Squadron 50, will be unveiled at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show...

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Fairline Targa 43 Open wins at Motor Boat Awards

Luxury British boat builder, Fairline Yachts, was announced on May 7 as a winner at the UK’s Motor Boat Awards, held at the Corinthia Hotel in London. The Targa 43 Open, which made its worldwide debut at Cannes Yachting Festival 2018, has...