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2025
The Asia Superyacht Night (Hong Kong) was a joint industry networking evening hosted by the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) and the Hong Kong Boating industry Association (HKBIA). Held at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Kellett Island on the 8 May, the event was the concluding function for the 2nd Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit (APSS) organised by SuperYacht Times.
The new Swan 128 touched the water for the first time this afternoon in Pietarsaari, Finland. A true milestone for Nautor Swan, this yacht represents the pinnacle of the Swan Maxi Line and the result of an extraordinary effort by the entire shipyard team. In just a few weeks, she will be ready to sail, heading to the Mediterranean for cruising, racing, and eventually reaching her home port in Porto Cervo, before her worldwide première in Monaco for the Monaco Yacht Show.
Welcome to the Comprehensively Yachts semi-annual bulletin, featuring an array of insights and discussions on key topics within the yachting industry. As the European summer season begins, it’s time for Comprehensively Yachts, our biannual briefing to the yachting industry.
Benetti is pleased to announce the delivery of M/Y Iryna, a platform-based yacht transformed into a tailor-made superyacht by a design that leaves plenty of room for customisation.The exterior styling is by RWD and the interior design is by Benetti, working in close contact with owner’s representative Arcon Yachts to create an ambitious project in a successful line.
Fema Marine are pleased to announce the opening of their new Asian Office at One 15˚ Marina, Sentosa, Singapore. The new office location is an important step that is inIine with our growth strategies for Asia. Metin Celep (Sales and Marketing Manager) said, “May was a really busy month for us, as were the first four months of the year.
Pantaenius is proud to support more than 450 yachts currently cruising through the South Pacific—one of the most remote and rewarding cruising grounds in the world. Many of these vessels have made the long journey from Australia, New Zealand, and Europe, with European yachts passing through the Panama Canal—currently the only way to reach these waters by sea.
A Rugged, Elegant Steel-/Aluminium Raised Pilothouse Yacht Built for Global Adventure: StellarPM proudly announces the ST88, the latest model addition to its StellarONE Series of raised pilothouse motoryachts. Designed for long-range exploration capability in total luxury, the ST88 is an 88-foot (26.8m) raised pilothouse motor yacht that offers a 2,800 nautical mile range and a top speed of 14 knots.
The luxury maritime travel scene is undergoing a dynamic transformation, and Japan is making waves as a standout destination in this shifting seascape. Once an overlooked player, the country is now charting an ambitious course toward becoming a central hub for superyacht activity in Asia.
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.
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.
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.
The Australian Superyacht Conference (ASMEX) 2025 was held at stunning new beachfront venue, The Langham Gold Coast in Queensland from Monday 19 May to Wednesday 21 May. The Conference welcomed 135 delegates from across Australia, and many counties across the world including the Fijian Islands, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom and the United States, Vanuatu and Vietnam.
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.
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.
Specialized Marine provides comprehensive marine solutions for superyacht owners and operators throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The company combines technical expertise with operational excellence to deliver complete yacht management services, from initial project conception through construction, refits, maintenance and ongoing operational support. With an experienced team, Specialized Marine offers complete oversight of new build projects, including shipyard selection, contract negotiation, and construction supervision.
Hilda Loe Associates Pte Ltd. specializes in offshore and Singapore company formations, bank introduction, corporate secretarial, business management services and yacht registration services. Formed in 2002, we are located in Singapore with partners established in eight primary offshore business locations: the British Virgin Islands and Bahamas (Caribbean), Samoa and Cook Islands (South Pacific), Marshall Islands (Central Pacific), Seychelles (Indian Ocean), Delaware (USA) and Hong Kong (Asia).
Gold Coast Yacht & Country Club is a resort-style private club located in the heart of the Hong Kong Gold Coast resort complex, which includes a 5-star resort hotel, an exciting outdoor shopping mall, and a superb collection of luxury seaview apartments and villas. Home to some of the region’s largest luxury yachts, this world-class marina provides top quality berthing services for both the local sailing hobbyist and ocean-faring adventurer.
Boat Lagoon Yachting proudly stands as the foremost distributor in Southeast Asia of internationally renowned yacht brands, including Princess, Jeanneau, Burgess, and Sacs. With a legacy of over 30 years, we have established ourselves as a leader in yacht importation and distribution, consistently delivering top-quality vessels to our clients.
Dear APSA members and Friends
The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) was well represented at the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference and the Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) in April this year. With three APSA Committee members and over 50 members involved as speakers, delegated, exhibitors, and visitors, it was a great networking event. As a Supporting Partner, APSA was also actively involved in the new Superyacht Lounge, and everyone agreed that it was a great addition to the Festival for the superyacht community.
When crew turnover is high and safety management lacks oversight, even the most luxurious vessel can face operational risks, inefficiencies and compliance challenges. With industry-wide crew attrition exceeding 50% in some roles and the growing complexity of regulatory requirements, yacht owners must take a proactive approach to protect their crew, vessels and reputation.
