The pandemic hit the reset button on an industry associated with trends and a taste for the novel. Four players in different areas of fashion and luxury retail share how their work has changed in this new world and their thoughts on the future.

Adding a meaningful new layer of refinement to already slick performers is quite an achievement for Australia’s premium marque, Riviera.

Luxurious and comfortable in both her exterior and interior areas, the recent Absolute 62 Fly boasts attractive lines and excellent manoeuvrability.

In the wake of the Grande 35 Metri, Azimut’s Grande 32 version is a 105-footer that exudes quality and charisma.

Poland, known to be the shipyard to some of the world’s top yacht brands and commercial vessel builders, is strengthening global confidence in its domestic brands and expertise.

There’s no better time or place for yacht makers to unveil their latest creations than at the world’s most prestigious events on water at the Côte d’Azur this autumn. Here, we preview just a few of the head-turners at Cannes Yachting Festival (Sept 10-15) and Monaco Yacht Show (Sept 25-28).

Peter Mahony, Hong Kong-based General Manager of Benetti Yachts Asia, takes stock of the latest developments in the world of the high-end brand he represents and the regional response.

48th Rolex Fastnet Race, Cowes/Plymouth, UK; August 3-8, 2019.

2nd Hong Kong International Cruise & Yachting Festival (ICYF), Kai Tak and Kwun Tong; November 17-24, 2019.

SAIGON YACHT AND MARINA (SYMC) has been named official Vietnam dealer for Aquila Power Catamarans.

PEARL YACHTS HAS ANNOUNCED its collaboration with NextWave Yachting, a leading yacht services and brokerage company serving clients in Hong Kong, which will now act as the exclusive dealer for the British shipyard in this region.

SEDNA YACHTS, THE BRAZILIAN shipyard under Sao Paulo-based Sedna Group, has officially begun production of the new One Hundred Feet.

DUTCH YACHT BUILDER AMELS AND DAMEN launches Joy Rider, the first 46-metre YS 4508 from the Damen Yacht Support range.

THE WORLD’S FIRST ASYMMETRICAL YACHT design, the Sanlorenzo SL102 Asymmetric, has recently made its first Asian appearance in Singapore after its official launch in Viareggio, Italy.

THE PERSHING 140 SUPERYACHT is the brand’s new flagship and its first yacht to be manufactured in aluminium.

A guide for first-time buyers of a luxury boat.

At Baselworld 2019, Rolex unveiled the latest iteration of its Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master.

A rehab centre, a yacht, and a bar – these places aren’t exactly what comes to mind when you think about where to get hitched. We got three women to tell us about their unconventional wedding locations.

BEING A YACHT CHEF IS A FLOATING WORLD AWAY FROM COOKING IN A RESTAURANT.

SEVEN ADVENTUROUS SOULS FROM CHINA ENJOYED THE BEST LANGKAWI HAS TO OFFER IN A FOUR-DAY CATAMARAN CRUISE MANAGED BY DREAM YACHT CHARTER.

BOOSTED BY ROLLS-ROYCE’S AZIPULL CARBON PROPULSION SYSTEM, THE BENETTI FAST 125’ IS A 38m FOUR-DECK SUPERYACHT BOASTING SPEED, AGILITY AND EFFICIENCY.

MIA DANCED INTO THE SPOTLIGHT AT THE MCY 96 WORLD PREMIERE IN VENICE, PIROUETTING IN FRONT OF A CAPTIVE AUDIENCE AND REAFFIRMING MONTE CARLO YACHTS’ STYLE AND SHOWMANSHIP.

65th Giraglia Rolex Cup, France/Italy; June 9-17 2017. FRECCIA ROSSA, a Russian-crewed TP52 owned by Vadim Yakimenko, secured overall victory at the 65th Giraglia Rolex Cup, earning a Rolex timepiece at the Yacht Club Italiano in Genoa.

CONSIDERING BUYING YOUR FIRST BOAT AND DON’T HAVE A BIG BUDGET? APB PRESENTS MODELS STARTING FROM UNDER US$50,000 UP TO US$200,000 – INCLUDING DELIVERY TO ASIA.

SIMPSON MARINE has recently sold two Sanlorenzo yachts in a month, as well as three Lagoons to Thailand and Hong Kong, and a Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 62 to Singapore.

BENETTI HAS announced the sale of its fourth Mediterraneo 116’ (BM004), which was sold to a Hong Kong businessman through Benetti Asia with the support of Asia Yacht Management Company (AYM).

BEST KNOWN FOR REPRESENTING PRINCESS YACHTS, BOAT LAGOON YACHTING IS RENOWNED FOR ITS SPECTACULAR BOAT SHOW DISPLAYS AND POPULAR RENDEZVOUS.

IN ONLY HIS SECOND YEAR AS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF PRINCESS YACHTS, FORMER McLAREN AUTOMOTIVE BOSS ANTONY SHERIFF IS OVERSEEING A “HUGE TRANSFORMATION” AT THE BRITISH YARD AND “VERY DIFFERENT” CONCEPTS AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR 2018.

AFTER CELEBRATING ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2015, PRINCESS YACHTS IS QUIETLY EMBARKING ON A BOLD NEW CHAPTER OF GROWTH WHILE STAYING TRUE TO ITS ‘CRAFTED IN PLYMOUTH’ HERITAGE.

GAME CHANGER? RULE BREAKER? DOMINATOR CERTAINLY DECIDED TO DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY WITH THE FORWARDTHINKING 28M ILUMEN.

49th TheYachtMarket.com Southampton Boat Show; September 15-24, 2017. PREMIER ENGLISH BUILDERS Princess and Sunseeker will take centre stage at the 49th Southampton Boat Show (September 15-24), which is organised by British Marine Boat Shows and title sponsored for the first time by TheYachtMarket.com.

27th Monaco Yacht Show; September 27-30, 2017. THE 92M Aquarius, a 2017 build by Dutch builder Feadship, was set to be the longest yacht at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show (September 27-30) at Port Hercules, where 10 models over 70m were included in the provisional line-up of 125 superyachts.

Cannes Yachting Festival; September 12-17, 2017. THIS YEAR’S Cannes Yachting Festival is expected to host nearly 600 boats – including about 100 world premieres – at the Vieux Port and the superyacht-focused Port Pierre Canto as the show celebrates its 40th anniversary.

DUTCH SHIPBUILDER DAMEN – in cooperation with luxury yacht builder Amels (owned by Damen) – announced the sale of its second SeaX plorer, a highly customised 75m luxury expedition yacht designed to support heli-skiing, diving and other tropical and polar adventures.

NUVOLARI-LENARD has released design details of the 139m Project Redwood, which is currently being built by German shipyard Lurssen and scheduled for delivery in 2019.

DUTCH FIRM VAN OOSSANEN NAVAL ARCHITECTURE has joined forces with Milanese designer Federico Fiorentino for a new 47.5m motor yacht concept called Fast Displacement XL-300 Sport.

ITALY’S CRN is currently building the custom 50m steel and aluminium super yacht Superconero, which is scheduled to launch late next year.

HOLLAND’S DAMEN YACHTS recently launched the 55m New Frontiers from its Yacht Support range and is scheduled to deliver her in September before the 181-footer exhibits at the Monaco Yacht Show from September 27-30.

Sunseeker Predator 57 MK II.

CNB LAUNCHED its first 66, Althane, in its Bordeaux shipyard and will exhibit the new sailing yacht at the Cannes Yachting Festival (September 12-17).

GULF CRAFT’S first Majesty 100, Nahar, will make its European debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival (September 12-17) and then also exhibit at the Monaco Yacht Show (September 27-30), displaying alongside the Majesty 110 at both shows.

TAILORED TO THE European market, hull two of the Horizon FD85 will make its European debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival (September 12-17).

TURKISH SHIPYARD NUMARINE launched its first 32XP in Istanbul in the presence of the yacht’s owner, the shipyard’s repeat client who ordered the yacht in June 2016.

NAMED GIO CHI THE BY HER NEW OWNER, THE FIRST CODECASA 43 IN THE VINTAGE SERIES BUILDS SUPERBLY ON HER 42M PREDECESSORS WITH A PORTUGUESE BRIDGE, SUN-DECK JACUZZI AND TOMMASO SPADOLINI INTERIOR.

MONACO-BASED DYNAMIQ YACHTS has teamed up with Studio F.A. Porsche to create the limited-edition Grand Turismo Transatlantic (GTT) series of all-aluminium superyachts.

HEESEN YACHTS LAUNCHED the first fast displacement yacht with hybrid propulsion at a ceremony at the Dutch shipyard’s facility in Oss, where the owner christened the 50m aluminium motoryacht Home.

THE TWO OWNERS OF THE 65M IMAGINE BROUGHT BACK THE HIT COMBINATION OF AMELS, TIM HEYWOOD AND ANDREW WINCH TO CREATE THE 83M HERE COMES THE SUN – THE DUTCH YARD’S BIGGEST BUILD YET.

WITH ITS SEVENTY 7, LAGOON HAS CREATED BOTH A FLAGSHIP FOR FARAWAY PLACES AND A LUXURIOUS PARTY BOAT – AND ORDER BOOKS ARE ALREADY FULL UNTIL 2021.

POLISH BUILDER SUNREEF YACHTS HAS ANOTHER HAPPY OWNER IN ANTHONY LIM, THE CHANGI SAILING CLUB COMMODORE WHO HAS EXCITING PLANS FOR HIS CUSTOM 62ft SAILING CAT ANNETTE2.

NEW FOR 2017, THE PRINCESS S60 SHONE AT THE SINGAPORE YACHT SHOW AND HAS BEEN ROARING AROUND THE LION CITY EVER SINCE.

LURSSEN’S 156M Dilbar was the big winner at the 12th World Superyacht Awards in Florence where the 15,917gt German giant was named Motor Yacht of the Year, an award contested by winners of the other motor yacht categories.

ASIAMARINE HAS SOLD a new Sunseeker 95 Yacht to the Philippines, marking the largest sale from the British shipyard to the country.

WITH ASIA’S 2017-18 SAILING SEASON SETTING OFF IN PHUKET IN JULY, WE HIGHLIGHT SOME OF THE BEST REGATTAS AND RACES IN HONG KONG, CHINA, SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA, THAIL AND AND INDONESIA TO MARK IN YOUR DIARIES …

EUROCRAFT AND DESIGNER Federico Fiorentino have released a design for a 46m explorer yacht with a grey-blue hull with black and chrome accents.

LEGENDARY AUSTRALIAN SAILOR DAVID WITT WILL SKIPPER HONG KONG’S FIRST ENTRY IN THE 2017-18 VOLVO OCEAN RACE WHILE ALSO AIMING TO LEAD THE 100ft SCALLYWAG TO VICTORY IN THE 73RD ROLEX SYDNEY HOBART YACHT RACE IN DECEMBER.

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN THE YACHTING BUSINESS, ASIA YACHTING IS DISTINGUISHING ITSELF AS AN EVENT SPECIALIST, FOLLOWING ITS CONTINENTAL PREMIERE OF THE MCY 80 BY STAGING A PIONEERING BROKERAGE SHOW – IN THE MIDDLE OF A BAY.

FOUNDER AND MD OF ASIA’S LARGEST YACHT DEALERSHIP, MIKE SIMPSON REMAINS AS MOTIVATED AS EVER AFTER 33 YEARS LEADING SIMPSON MARINE – SO WHEN WILL HE SLOW DOWN AND ENJOY THE LIFESTYLE HE HAS BEEN PROMOTING FOR SO LONG?

ITALIAN YARD OVERMARINE launched its second Mangusta Oceano 42, a 42m long-range model built in steel and aluminium.

THE NAUCRATES 85, part of the new Ductor Series by Italy’s Cheyenne Yachts, has been designed principally by Italian design studio Green Yachts to be used as a pilot, escort or support vessel for megayachts. The yacht is built with a steel hull with aluminium superstructure, and provides a helicopter landing pad in the stern.

DUTCH SHIPBUILDER DAMEN has launched Game Changer, a 70m Yacht Support vessel (227ft) with a helicopter hangar. Game Changer is Damen’s fourth Yacht Support vessel in the 70m segment following the delivery of Intrepid, 6711 and Garcon.

ASIA-PACIFIC BOATING TALKS EXCLUSIVELY TO SOFTBANK TEAM JAPAN SKIPPER DEAN BARKER AND GENERAL MANAGER KAZUHIKO SOFUKU ABOUT THEIR HOPES FOR THE SOLE ASIAN CHALLENGER IN THE 35TH AMERIC A’S CUP IN BERMUDA.

REFIT TIME CAN ALSO BE AN OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE YOUR VESSEL.

ENJOY A RECAP OF THE NINTH ASIA PACIFIC YACHTING CONFERENCE, WHICH DREW OVER 160 MARINE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS TO ONE˚15 MARINA AHEAD OF THE SEVENTH SINGAPORE YACHT SHOW.

IN LATE APRIL, HONG KONG HOSTED THE WORLD PREMIERE OF THE RIVA 100’ CORSARO. NOW, ASIA-PACIFIC BOATING PROVIDES AN EXCLUSIVE VIEWING OF THE FIRST HULL’S STUNNING INTERIORS.

NOW IN ASIA, THE AWARD-WINNING GALEON 500 FLY HAS OPENED UP A NEW WORLD OF ON-WATER FUN WITH ITS DROP-DOWN WINGS, ROTATING COCKPIT SOFA, TRANSFORMABLE BOW AND MUCH, MUCH MORE.

THAILAND-BASED DEALERS Lee Marine and Boat Lagoon Yachting, and Australia’sMultihull Solutions are among leading brands to commit early to the third Thailand Yacht Show, which will be held from December 14-17 and feature a new set-up and schedule of events including world-class racing.

SOLAR-POWERED YACHTS ARE NOT JUST ABOUT SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT.

ITALIAN GIANT AZIMUT YACHTS is preparing to launch its Grande 35 Metri (top) in June before unveiling the 21m S7 (bottom) at September’s Cannes Yachting Festival.

FOLLOWING A RECENT MEETING with various Thai Government ministers and officials, including a member of the legislative assembly in the Thai Parliament, Andy Treadwell, organiser of the Singapore and Thailand Yacht Shows, said he remains hopeful that foreign superyachts will soon be able to come to Thailand to charter. 

FROM INDONESIA TO THAIL AND AND MYANMAR, ENJOY EXPLORING SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL SCENERY IN SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST STUNNING CHARTER YACHTS.

AFTER AGAIN WINNING Best Asian Boat Show at the Asia Boating Awards, the Singapore Yacht Show lived up to its reputation as the region’s finest with arguably its best edition yet at ONE°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove.

THE RIVA 76’ PERSEO, Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 62 and Monte Carlo Yachts’ MCY 105 were all honoured at the Best of the Best Awards in China (pictured on left) held by Robb Report in Shanghai in March.

AS ONE°15 MARINA IN SINGAPORE CELEBRATES ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY, CHAIRMAN ARTHUR TAY IS FOCUSED NOT ON CELEBRATING BUT ON GROWING HIS NET WORK OF MARINAS AROUND THE WORLD.

ASIAN DEALERSHIP SIMPSON MARINE has recently sold the first Lagoon 630 Motoryacht to Jakarta, Indonesia. The yacht will be delivered in March 2017 and will be used privately by its Owner and friends to cruise around the waters of Indonesia.

THE 9TH CHINA (XIAMEN) International Yacht Exhibition in Wuyuan Bay Yacht Harbour Nov 4-7 attracted about 18,000 people and 30 yacht orders were made, reaching nearly 200 million yuan intended turnover.

The importance of investing wisely in a good crew.

CELEBRATING THE NEW YEAR with family and friends can be comfortable onboard 19.85m Selene 59, which is available for sale via Phuket brokerage firm Lee Marine. With a three-cabin layout, the twin-engine trawler can reach a 4,000nm range. Privacy is ensured by the separate entrance of the master cabin from the saloon, which offers spaces for relaxation with plenty of natural light and a social galley plus a breakfast bar. The aft deck has a 5m centreconsole tender and plenty of deck space for other toys next to the large tender davit.

ITALIAN LUXURY boatbuilder Sanlorenzo recently delivered the SD112 Kathleen, which marks the debut of the Citterio Viel studio to the yachting world, to a Scottish couple.

The design of a yacht is more than it appears – many different materials, systems and technical details are needed to realise such a complex object. By Angelo Colombo.

Located off the southeastern coast of india’s tamil region, the beautiful island-nation of sri lanka has a long maritime history and bright future. By James Warner; Photos By Thinkstock.

THE 10TH EDITION of the China (Shenzhen) International Boat Show (SIBEX) Oct 27-30 at Shenzhen Sevenstar Yacht Club employed on-water and on-land exhibition, giving visitors a glimpse of the most up-to-date motoryachts, sailboats, yachting equipment and services.

LÜRSSEN HAS LAUNCHED PROJECT TIS, a quintessential 111m yacht on Oct 19. She is scheduled to be delivered in 2018. Winch Design was responsible for the exteriors and interiors, while Moran Yacht & Shop managed the model.

When it comes to the evolution of yacht technology, one of the main elements that represents an important change in life at sea is the evolution of stabilising systems.

Atalanta golden yachts in greece is celebrating its 10th anniversary. By Chermaine Lee.

High-end yachting is changing as a new generation of luxury travellers dreams of reaching remote destinations like papua new guinea, the northwest passage, svalbard, and antarctica’s ross sea. Now these wanderers can get there in style and safety. By Clare Mahon.

The ARGO is an all-in-one Explorer yacht with extraordinary elegant lines and functionality designed by Ken Freivokh. The exceptionally versatile open aft deck, the largest open space within her class, is a dream for outdoor activities and for hosting the ultimate trends of tenders and toys.

The novel design and unique technology of the 150 are also presented in an entirely innovative way. By Angelo Colombo.

CHINA’S ‘SAILING CITY’ QINGDAO has confirmed it will continue as a Host Port and Team Partner with a Qingdao yacht entry in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race to the end of 2020 to incorporate the 2017- 18 and 2019-20 editions.

PARTNERING WITH the Thailand government, the second edition of the Thailand Yacht Show at Ao Po Grand Marina in Phang Nga Bay Dec 15-18 saw no less than 55 vessels, including 18 superyachts, from 60 exhibitors on display.

After climbing mount everest, hong kong engineer and adventurer kee duen chu successfully sailed through canada’s infamous northwest passage. By Chermaine Lee.

THE FIRST OCEANIS YACHT 62 from French builder Beneteau was introduced at the Cannes Yachting Festival Sept 6-11.

The oldest yacht club in Asia, the republic of Singapore yacht club has managed to keep going for almost two centuries. It hasn’t always been plain sailing – there were some rough seas along the way.

BY OFFERING ‘go-anywhere’ capability and a sense of luxury available from a larger, more expensive explorer, Barracuda’s 50m Pocket- Size version makes commercial sense.

NAMED THE European Powerboat of the Year 2016 and the recipient of a Boat Builders Award for 2015, the 16.2m three-deck Galeon 500 Fly is available for sale by Asiamarine. The model is equipped with three cabins accommodating up to six people and features a large interior space. Boasting a 725hp engine, the customisable hull has a unique beach mode that extends the width of the cockpit to 6m by dropping down both the port and starboard sides.

THE 2016 CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL Sept 6-11 in France welcomed 630 boats from 2.1m to 52m, a record number for Europe’s largest in-water show. Boasting 191 new models and 107 world premieres, the event cemented its position as the leader in innovation and product launches. This year also marked the 10th anniversary of the Brokerage & Charter Area on the Port Pierre Canto dock at the other end of the famous Croisette.

THIS YEAR REPRESENTS the 72nd running of the 628 nautical mile race, which starts on Boxing Day at 1pm AEDT, and takes competitors on a punishing race down the south coast of Australia. The regatta is organised by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) in cooperation with the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania, with Rolex being the official sponsor.

HORIZON CITY MARINA is the first marina in Taiwan to be accredited under the Global Gold Anchor Scheme. Two marinas in China have also been accredited under the new Global Gold Anchor Scheme as Five Gold Anchor marinas – Yalong Bay Yacht Club in Sanya and the Shanshui Taihu Club and Marina in Wuxi. The scheme is a joint venture initiative of the Marina Industries Association (MIA) and The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA).

The sixth vessel in the monte carlo yachts collection was designed by the well-known team at nuvolari and lenard.

The new absolute 60 fly is part of the “absolute global project”, a philosophy that offers owners around the world the best possible italian style combined with high-tech solutions and a strong character.

Ironman is the first yacht in the groundbreaking benetti vivace 125’ series that has seen five yachts sold already.

WITH 497 EXHIBITORS displaying a total of 579 boats, the prestigious European yachting event to be held at Vieux Port and Port Pierre Canto is expecting more than 50,000 visitors with half from around the world.

THE DUTCH HAVE ALWAYS HAD A SENSIBLE APPROACH TO YACHT DESIGN, WITH FASHION SOME WAY DOWN THE LIST OF PRIORITIES – THE ELLING E6 IS NOT LIKELY TO LOOK DATED AS TIME PASSES.

THE SUNSEEKER 95 YACHT MAKES THE MOST OF AN EXCEPTIONALLY ENGINEERED HULL.

GERMAN SHIPBUILDER LÜRSSEN delivered on May 14 the 156m yacht Dilbar – the largest motor yacht in the world by gross tonnage.

LASER SCANNING NOW BEING USED TO SELL SUPERYACHTS

THE SIXTH EDITION OF the China Macau International Yacht Import & Export Fair (Macau Yacht Show) will return to Macau Fisherman’s Wharf, where visitors can experience this yacht event with the theme “Ocean Environment & Technology”.

THESE USEFUL APPLICATIONS WILL HELP MAKE LIFE EASIER ON THE YACHT, OR ON THE DOCK.

WHETHER FOR FISHING OR RELAXING WITH THE FAMILY, THESE YACHTS ARE BUILT FOR COMFORT.

MAXI YACHT ROLEX CUP 2016 will be held in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy as the ultimate test for some magnificent craft, their Owners, sailors and designers.

AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ARE BOATER’S PARADISES THANKS TO MILD CLIMATES AND AN EXTENSIVE NETWORK OF MODERN MARINAS, PLUS SECURE AND STABLE ECONOMIES.

Turkish shipyard Turquoise Yachts invited Italian design studio Nuvolari Lenard to work on the exterior and interior of its 66-metre NL233 motoryacht.

MEANING ‘DREAM’ IN GREEK, the 52.7-metre M/Y O’Neiro built by Golden Yachts is one of the featured charter yachts from Atalanta Golden Yachts.

DRAWING YACHTS TO VIETNAM, WHICH IS SITUATED STRATEGICALLY IN THE REGION’S CRUISING GROUNDS.

Heesen Yachtss announced recently the sale of Project Nova (Y/N 17850).

NUMEROUS LEADING LUXURY YACHT shipyards and dealers will premiere, debut and showcase their brand new or featured yachts in the upcoming and long-awaited autumn event – Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) to be held at Port Hercules.

ROLEX CELEBRATES ITS HALF-CENTURY HISTORY IN YACHTING WITH A BEAUTY IN EVEROSE GOLD.

PHILIPPE BRIAND DISCUSSES USE OF GLASS IN SAILING YACHT DESIGN.

THE BEAUTIFUL 30M FROM PRINCESS YACHTS IS LESS THAN 100 FEET LONG, YET SERIOUSLY SPACIOUS AND DECIDEDLY SPORTY.

GULF CRAFT ALWAYS HAS A SURPRISE TO REVEAL DURING THE ANNUAL DUBAI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW, AND THIS YEAR’S EDITION WAS NO EXCEPTION.

Ferretti group’s sporty new flybridge is part of the tai he ban collection fine-tuned for the asian market.

THE PAST 12 MONTHS HAVE SEEN IMMENSE DEVELOPMENTS IN CURING THE PLASTIC PLAGUE. COULD THIS MEAN THE FUTURE OF OUR OCEANS MAY NOT BE AS DEPRESSING AS MANY HAVE THOUGHT?

Uae builder gulf craft is producing stylish and functional superyachts with a luxurious global lifestyle in mind.

AUSTRALIA’S GOLD COAST International Marine Expo (May 19-22) in Coomera, Queensland, received over 20,000 visitors from around the world to the showcase of more than 600 luxurious motor yachts and catamarans, as well as over 230 displays from marine engines and equipment to lightweight tenders, jet skis and boating accessories.

The british builder has crafted an award-winning motor yacht in which comfort and performance can live together.

A NUMARINE 60 FLY arrived in Hong Kong in April and is available for day/overnight charters, fully equipped with 4G wifi, Bose sound system, towels, dining ware, glasses, etc.

THE 39TH EDITION of the Cannes Yachting Festival will be hosted at Vieux Port and Port Pierre Canto, attracting luxury motor yachts and sailboats, as well as amateurs and seasoned enthusiasts to preview the 600 boats displayed in and out of the water.

AZIMUT YACHTS recently announced the exclusive dealership Azimut Yachts Singapore, which is part of the Italian yacht builder’s Asian distribution partnership strategy and follows the successful launch of Azimut Yachts Indonesia.

Multihull solutions is expanding rapidly to meet the growing popularity of catamarans and trimarans in the region.

ABSOLUTE YACHTS recently introduced the Absolute 50 Fly, a new model of the Absolute Generation 2017.

Sunseeker’s latest superyacht has a very clever and rather captivating hull, as well as a configuration that also seems rather familiar.

THE NAUTA-DESIGNED BALTIC 115 Nikata was the toast of the evening at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2016, winning in all four categories for which she was shortlisted.

CONSTRUCTION NAVALE BORDEAUX’S STYLISH 76-FOOT POCKET SUPERYACHT IS BEGINNING TO GRACE ASIA-PACIFIC WATERS.

ONEOCEAN PORT VELL is situated within a powerful nautical cluster of Barcelona, rapidly accessible repairs and maintenance are available courtesy of a partnership with MB92 shipyard.

The awards ceremony in singapore honoured the hard work, dedication and passion for boating shared by all of the nominees.

Cruise through summer on a new yacht.

This very modern superyacht has a story steeped in history that begins with british superyachts built in a bygone era.

– The Whitsundays Islands, Island, Australia –The great barrier reef and whitsunday islands have always had an otherworldly reality.

The first journalists to test the numarine 60 flybridge find her to be a worthy smaller sister to the popular 78 and 70 models.

The usual roundup of boat shows, industry news, races and regattas, spotlights and new launches from asia, and around the world.

Choosing to do a refit or full restoration is a popular way to obtain the yacht of your dreams.

Sanlorenzo creates a yacht dedicated to owners who want to discover the remotest places in the world in great comfort and elegance.

The region offers many great places to visit, and an even greater selection of vessels to make your boating holiday perfect.

Creating a modern yacht in the classic style makes good use of codecasa’s long history in yachting and shipbuilding.

Louis Vuitton America’s cup world series oman.

The ultimate Rendez- Vous 6-11 Sept 2016.

As five-time winner of Best Asian Marina of the Year, expect nothing but the best from us, Situcted one degree north and 15 minutes away from the Equator, ONE 15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore, features a beautiful marina of 270 berths and a well-appointed and bars, luxurious suite rooms, a modern spa, a well-equipped gymnasium, and a designer infinity pool, for Members and guests.

Experience the perfect marriage of style and substance crafted to change the way you look at luxury forever.

Astondoa creates the century 110 glx in tribute to a century of shipbuilding.

Design and performance feature prominently in the luxurious 63-metre motor yacht 11.11, the second vessel produced by benetti with a vertical bow designed by the yard’s naval architects.

FORTY YEARS IS A milestone for many occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, and so on. For a magazine to manage that feat is rare, especially in this so-called Digital Age.

Builders across the region are creating bigger, better, faster and more luxurious vessels than ever before. By Glen Watson

Sanlorenzo’s latest entry-level yacht should prove popular in asia – just like the builder’s other recent models. By Angelo Colombo

Yacht brokers Eric Chan and David Walder of Simpson Marine in Hong Kong explain what they do, and why.

THE 2016 ASIAN BOAT SHOW season is upon us, starting in early January with the Phuket International Boat Show (Pimex) up to the Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show running April 29-May 2. These events always include lots of celebrations, and there are a few more reasons to celebrate over the next couple of months.

Southern wind’s semi-custom and full-speed superyachts are made for sailors, by Sailors. By Clare Mahon

The azimut 72 flybridge is a totally new boat in terms of design and the technology adopted for the construction process and materials. By Angelo Colombo

The styling of the latest riva is close to perfection, with performance to match.

Roomier, and a shallower draft make multihulls a popular choice in asia, especially for new owners. By Caig Hurst

GROWING UP in Brisbane, Australia, Marcus Blackmore has always lived near the sea. But it was only when he started sailing with a close friend that he really caught the sailing bug.

The flagship of the ferretti yachts range is also the largest, with many solutions and features found only on much bigger yachts. By Angelo Colombo

Now you have not one but two choices for your next plaything: a super fast car and a first-ever Bugatti yacht.

THE ANCONA-BASED SHIPYARD Cantiere Delle Marche debuted the new Darwin Class 102’ M/Y ACALA at the 2015 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.

THE CUSTOM LINE 108 IS A BRILLIANT EXAMPLE OF WHAT THE FERRETTI GROUP DOES SO WELL – BUILD COMFORTABLE MOTOR YACHTS THAT WORK WELL IN HARBOUR AND AT SEA.

BOATBUILDERS AND SUPPLIERS ARE GEARING UP FOR THE ISL AND’S INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW IN MARCH, AS WELL AS THE PROJECTED BOOM IN ASIAN BOATING.

MODERN DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGIES ARE BEING EMBRACED INSIDE GALLEYS JUST AS QUICKLY AS ON THE BRIDGE OR INSIDE THE ENGINE ROOM.

AFTER HER WORLD DEBUT at last year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, the Vivace 125’ joins the flagship Fast Displacement line.

CAMPER & NICHOLSONS has been appointed the central agent for the charter of the 42-metre De Lisle III. Accommodating nine guests.

THE FIRST EDITION OF THE AZIMUT|BENETTI Yacht Master Asia was held during two days in Hong Kong (Nov 17-18), consisting of workshops for super and mega yacht Captains.

THE LATEST OFFERING FROM CRN IS AN EXTRAORDINARY AND INNOVATIVE JEWEL IN THE ITALIAN BUILDER’S CROWN.

AT THE 2015 MONACO YACHT SHOW Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design presented Symmetry, a bi-directional manoeuvrable concept yacht with a revolutionary design that works from the center outwards.

WITH ITS DUAL MODE HULL, THE AZIMUT MAGELLANO 66 WILL MAKE YOU THINK DIFFERENTLY.

ZURN YACHT DESIGN COLLABORATED on three models at the 2015 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in November, each with a unique design.

VLISSINGEN HAS BEEN THE HEART OF DUTCH SHIPBUILDING FOR MORE THAN SEVEN CENTURIES, MAKING IT THE IDEAL HOME FOR SUPERYACHT BUILDER AMELS.

ALTHOUGH AMERICANS STILL CAN’T VISIT CUBA AS TOURISTS, THAT ISN”T STOPPING THE SAILORS WHO CAN ONCE AGAIN RACE BETWEEN FLORIDA AND HAVANA.

LOC ATION AND CHANGING REGUL ATIONS WILL MEAN MORE YACHTS AND SUPERYACHTS VISITING, AND STAYING AT, THE THAI ISL AND OF PHUKET.

BRITISH YACHT MANUFACTURER SUNSEEKER International is set to launch the anticipated 40-metre 131 Yacht at the London Boat Show 2016 (Jan 8-17).

CARIBBEAN RESORT AND SUPERYACHT MARINA Christophe Harbour in partnership with private terminal YU Lounge in St. Kitts presents the New Caribbean Gateway