The Beneteau Cup 2024 will take place on November 16, bringing together Beneteau owners and sailing enthusiasts for a day of activities on the water. This year, the event is hosted by Asiamarine, the exclusive Beneteau dealer in Hong Kong and Singapore. The Beneteau Cup is a global regatta series that celebrates sailing, involving Beneteau […] The post Beneteau Cup 2024 Set for November in Hong Kong first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

With the close of another summer yachting season, Asia Yachting has announced the sale of three large brokerage yachts in the past month: a Princess X80, a Riva 86, and an Azimut 120 to three different new owners. The “super flybridge” model X80 from Princess was sold to a young businessman who had already purchased […] The post Asia Yachting Sells Three Superyachts in One Month first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

Prestige has appointed a new dealer, Hyundai Yachts, in the Republic of Korea. This development is part of the brand’s expansion efforts within the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting confidence in the Korean market. Hyundai Yachts, established in 2008 and with its own marina launched in 2013, has become a prominent entity within the South Korean marine […] The post Prestige Expands Dealer Network in South Korea first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

Hong Kong’s Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) will hold the Festa Nautica 2024 boat show from 25 to 27 October 2024. The event — which returns to LYC for a second time after a successful first edition in 2023 — will be open daily from 10am to 6pm, with the opening ceremony scheduled for 4:30pm on […] The post Lantau Yacht Club to Host Second Festa Nautica Boat Show first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

A Turin native, Cristino has been a prominent name in Italian shipbuilding for three decades, including key roles with Azimut, Yachtique, a service division that sits under the Azimut | Benetti Group and Sanlorenzo, where he was vice president of sales. How do you envision leveraging your extensive experience to influence and drive growth at […] The post Eye on Asia Pacific first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

The new model embodies the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of exploration and luxury on the seas. Currently in production, the Outer Reef Adventure 780 is a state-of-the-art explorer yacht, featuring a unique hull design that maximises onboard space. The result is an expansive vessel designed for true exploration. It boasts large deck areas […] The post Outer Reef Launches Adventure 780 first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

Fans of the Sirena range will recognise the contemporary lines of the new yacht, with its plumb bow and wrap-around glass windows. This is still the award-winning Sirena 48 with its expansive deck space and flexible three-cabin layout but with a new Coupé style superstructure that presents a low profile and sporty curves. With the […] The post Sirena Yachts Launches New Sirena 48 Hybrid Coupe first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

Thailand’s Transport Ministry has announced a relaxation of regulations aimed at attracting more superyachts and cruise ships to Thai waters. The new measures are designed to align with the current maritime situation and promote Thailand as a regional hub for ocean tourism and cruise ship travel, with a specific focus on high-net-worth foreign tourists. “Thailand […] The post Thailand Updates Regulations to Boost Superyacht Tourism first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

Hong Kong-based Marine Service Asia (MSA) has announced the appointment of Andrew Chan as its new general manager. Andrew Chan brings over a decade of experience in the marine industry, including roles in distributorship management, sales, and aftersales service. His appointment is intended to enhance MSA’s sales and service operations. In his new role, Andrew […] The post Marine Service Asia Names General Manager first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more

Chartwell Marine has announced its expansion into the Asia-Pacific region by opening a new office in Singapore. The company has appointed Fabien Lecuona, who brings over 13 years of experience in the APAC maritime sector, to lead its regional operations and drive business development. The move supports Chartwell Marine’s current and upcoming vessel-build projects, as […] The post Chartwell Marine Expands into APAC With New Singapore Office first appeared on Asia Pacific Boating ..read more