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Sanlorenzo APAC marks year of significant growth across Asia-Pacific

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Sanlorenzo APAC marks year of significant growth across Asia-Pacific

December 24, 2025
3:40 pm

Sanlorenzo APAC and Simpson Marine report on a year defined by strong momentum, strategic expansion and cultural engagement.

Fleet of yachts at Singapore Yachting Festival 2025

From major yacht arrivals to strengthened presence in new markets including Australia, Japan and Vietnam, and a strategic partnership in Thailand, the year reflected an evolving landscape of discerning yacht owners seeking exceptional craftsmanship, service and sustainability.

Throughout the year, the company has been sported by Sanlorenzo’s global reputation for refined Italian engineering and bespoke yacht-building, resonating strongly with the recent launches of iconic yachts such as the contemporary heritage cruiser SHE and the superyacht flagship 74Steel, as well as new premiere models unveiled in Cannes including the Sanlorenzo SL110A, SX120 and composite flagship SD132.

The first SP110 in Hong Kong

The synergy between global heritage and regional expertise and dynamism was evident across APAC, where customer interest continued to build in parallel with new marina developments, expanding service infrastructure, and regional governments endorsing boating.

One of the defining themes of 2025 was the arrival of several significant yachts into the region. The first SP110 yachts arrived in Hong Kong in spring and winter, a landmark smart-performance design embodying Sanlorenzo’s philosophy of rethinking intelligent, efficient design and onboard living. They were joined by the arrival of the first Bluegame BGM75, a game-changing power multihull developed by Bluegame, part of the Maison.

Bluegame BGM75 Asia-Pacific Premiere in Singapore

Meanwhile, the delivery of several tri-deck SD118 yachts across different markets highlighted the growing momentum of the semi-displacement superyacht segment, a category increasingly embraced by APAC owners seeking long-range comfort and safety while exploring the region’s 30,000-plus islands across various archipelagos in North and South Asia.

These deliveries form part of a broader rise in interest for larger superyachts, with more units currently under construction for the region. The company’s order book for 2026 and beyond features an expanding collection of Alloy, Steel and SD models, reinforcing Asia-Pacific’s emergence as a key contributor to Sanlorenzo’s global success story. As the region continues to mature, yacht owners are gravitating toward more personalised, architecturally inspired vessels that reflect their lifestyle ambitions.

Sanlorenzo SD118 in Thailand

Supporting this growth is a continued investment in the service network. In 2025, the company expanded its technical, customer care, and yacht management teams, ensuring an elevated standard of ownership support.

Main service hubs in Hong Kong and Phuket oversee the network of 10 regional service points and support a strong, more responsive foundation for yacht owners across diverse markets – from established hubs like Hong Kong and Singapore to rapidly developing destinations such as Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand. This focus on after-sales care remains central to Simpson Marine’s identity and customer promise and a cornerstone of its partnership with Sanlorenzo.

Hong Kong Ballet private studio visit

Beyond the commercial milestones, the year also brought a deeper alignment with Sanlorenzo’s global cultural and environmental values. The brand’s longstanding relationship with the contemporary art world, expressed through collaborations with prominent institutions, found resonance in Asia.

The company hosted exclusive art-led gatherings, long-term partnerships with prestigious local institutions such as Hong Kong Ballet and M+ museum that reflected the shared sensibility between craftsmanship and artistic expression. These initiatives bring the yacht owner community together and allow for more dialogue linking art with craftsmanship and vision, an exchange globally championed by Casa Sanlorenzo, an artistic institution for exchange and dialogue, located in the heart of Venice, and officially opened in June 2025.

Casa Sanlorenzo, Venice

Sustainability remained a parallel priority, echoing Sanlorenzo’s commitment to responsible innovation. The APAC division started working on initiatives inspired by the shipyard’s ESG vision, including the increased environmental training across regional teams and standardisation of reporting in line with EU directives.

Reflecting on the accomplishments of the past year, Daniele Lucà, CEO of Sanlorenzo APAC/Simpson Marine, remarked: “2025 has been a defining year for Sanlorenzo in Asia-Pacific. The arrival of new flagship yachts, combined with our deepened presence in key markets, shows the strength of the brand and the trust placed in us by our customers. We are proud to continue expanding our world-class service network and look forward to shaping the next era of bespoke yachting in this dynamic, world fastest-growing region.”

Echoing this sentiment, Nick Stratton, Chief Sales Officer of Sanlorenzo APAC/Simpson Marine, said: “We are proud of our team’s achievements this year and the energy of the APAC market with a double-digit growth in order intake and expecting more iconic yachts to arrive in Asia in early 2026, including the flagship of the SL line, SL120A and the sister model of the striking SP110, the SP92.

“From Australia to Japan, we are seeing a new generation of owners embracing Sanlorenzo’s craftsmanship and vision. With more superyachts on the way, an expanded service network, and an active brokerage market, we are entering 2026 with strong momentum and a continued, decades-long commitment to our customers.”

First Swan Asian Regatta held in Japan, November 2025

As the company moves toward 2026, Sanlorenzo APAC and Simpson Marine are sharpening their distinctive strategic pillars for the year ahead. A key focus for the Sanlorenzo APAC division will be the reinforced growth of Sanlorenzo and Bluegame, which have been steadily expanding their regional footprint in the past years, and Nautor Swan, which recently hosted its first Swan Asian Regatta in Japan.

Strategically completing the Simpson Marine portfolio, Axopar boats serve as yachting-lifestyle debut for local owners, with the boats used both as a standalone day/weekend adventure cruiser or a chase boat to larger Sanlorenzo yachts.

In parallel, the Simpson Marine side of the business will significantly expand the high-end service ecosystem, with a focus on international yacht charter including the monoband division Sanlorenzo Charter Fleet, yacht management, and comprehensive after-sales service, ensuring that every aspect of ownership and enjoyment is meticulously supported.

Sanlorenzo SL86A cruising in Hong Kong

Customer experience, a long-standing strength of Simpson Marine, will become an even more central priority as clients increasingly seek personalised, seamless, and lifestyle-driven engagements that extend beyond traditional yachting.

APAC continues to present extraordinary opportunities for the luxury sector. Recent regional market analyses indicate steady annual growth figures in the wider luxury segment, with projections suggesting high single-digit to mid double-digit percentage expansion across several key categories over the next five years with Hong Kong in particular growing at an impressive 20 per cent in the past year.

Despite the wider regional presence, Simpson Marine’s historic strongholds of Hong Kong and Singapore remain the company’s most successful commercial hubs, serving as anchor markets that consistently demonstrate maturity, trust and long-term client loyalty.

Luca Santella in Hong Kong for Business of Design Week

Having concluded the yearly activation calendar with the Hong Kong International Boat Show in early December and featuring the APAC launch of the new asymmetric model SL86A, the team also welcomed the attendance of Luca Santella, Head of Product Strategy at Bluegame, visiting the city on the occasion of his keynote speech at Business of Design Week 2025.

With an active start to the new year already in planning, the company remains committed to shaping the next chapter of yachting in Asia-Pacific – one defined by creativity, sustainability, personalised service, and a deep respect for the region’s evolving lifestyle aspirations.

The team at Hong Kong International Boat Show 2025

The journey this year affirms not only its well-established market leadership in the industry but also its key role in bringing a uniquely refined and culturally engaged perspective to the Asia-Pacific yachting experience.

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Cape Town hosts new chapter for Africa’s boating industry

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Cape Town hosts new chapter for Africa’s boating industry

October 8, 2025
10:05 pm

The first African Boating Conference from October 20-22 will help shine a spotlight on the potential of the continent’s yachting sector, writes Maryanne Edwards in a Column for Yacht Style.

The V&A Waterfront hosts the inaugural African Boating Conference

There is an undeniable energy building in Africa’s marine sector, and it reaches a defining moment with the first African Boating Conference in Cape Town from October 21-22. Originally conceived as a dual showcase along with the Cape Town International Boat Show, the spotlight now falls squarely on the two-day conference.

I’ve had the privilege of working with many stakeholders across the continent, and we’re now seeing a shared vision. From marina developers and OEMs to superyacht captains and tourism strategists, the narrative is shifting. Africa is no longer on the fringe of global boating conversations – it’s taking its place at the centre.

The African Boating Conference presents a dedicated forum to address Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities, allowing the marine sector to place undivided attention on critical issues: infrastructure gaps, barriers to intra-African trade, investment frameworks, and the blue economy’s potential to drive inclusive growth.

SHOWCASING AFRICAN CAPABILITY

A highlight of this year’s conference is the keynote by Theo Loock, CEO of Robertson & Caine, the manufacturer of Leopard catamarans. Few individuals embody the resilience and ingenuity of the South African marine sector as strongly as Theo.

Theo Loock, CEO, Robertson and Caine

Under his leadership, Leopard has grown into an iconic and a globally respected brand, particularly in Asia, Europe and the US. With production rooted in Cape Town and a legacy of collaboration with The Moorings and Sunsail, Leopard has built more than 3,000 vessels, placing South Africa firmly on the global export map.

But what is especially important about Leopard is the way it represents confidence in African capabilities. As Theo will share, the brand’s success is a result of long-term investment in workforce skills, lean manufacturing and a global mindset, all elements that will be critical if Africa is to scale its marine economy across regions.

ADDRESSING REALITIES, UNLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES

The conference will not shy away from the real challenges Africa faces. Among the most pressing is the issue of trade and import duties that continue to hinder the free movement of vessels, components and marine services between countries on the continent. These tariffs stifle growth, discourage investment and limit Africa’s ability to develop an integrated, competitive marine industry.

Other challenges include limited infrastructure in many coastal and inland regions, and the need for policy frameworks that enable, rather than obstruct, marine tourism and investment. But these hurdles also point to opportunity. With rising costs in established markets, there is increasing interest in relocating manufacturing and refit services to Africa.

A Leopard 42 in build at Robertson and Caine, Africa’s biggest yacht builder

Panels will highlight how African shipyards are already proving competitive on a global scale, and how the continent’s natural assets – its coastlines, waterways and workforce – can position Africa as both a source and a destination in the global marine ecosystem.

GROWING THE SUPERYACHT AND CHARTER MARKET

Another area of opportunity is the luxury and expedition yacht market, where we’re seeing growing interest in routes along the east coast of Africa, Indian Ocean crossings, and stops in South Africa on the way to the Mediterranean or Caribbean.

Wes Bartho, the South African captain of the 56m Galileo, believes African destinations – if properly supported by marinas, agents, and government policy – can tap into this high-value segment.

“As a South African and captain of an expedition superyacht that has explored some of the world’s most remarkable destinations, I believe Africa holds enormous untapped potential,” Bartho says.

“From remote coastlines and rich cultures to world-class wildlife and warm hospitality, there’s truly nothing like it. I’d love to see the superyacht industry develop further, as we have something genuinely unique to offer the global cruising community.”

LOOKING FORWARD

If there’s a message I’d like to share through this Column, it’s this: Africa’s boating future is not something to watch – it’s something to join. Whether you’re an OEM looking for production capacity, a charter operator scouting new destinations, or a marina group exploring expansion, Africa is open, evolving and full of promise.

The African Boating Conference now stands as the defining platform – a new era of visibility, collaboration and confidence in Africa’s marine sector.

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MARYANNE EDWARDS

Currently Director of Marketing and Development for the African Boating Conference, and a Consultant for Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA), Edwards has had a long leadership career within the corporate, commercial and sporting/volunteer sectors. She spent almost 12 years (2006-18) as CEO of Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and Superyacht Australia, while earlier roles included General Manager (Marketing-Membership) of the Victoria Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Chief Executive of Wellington Racing Club. maryanne@africanboatingconference.com

Awlmix Supplier Network expands

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Awlmix Supplier Network expands

August 20, 2025
10:13 am

Awlmix expands across Asia-Pacific to bring premium yacht coatings closer to marine professionals.

The Awlmix Supplier Network is making waves across the Asia-Pacific, expanding fast to give marine professionals quicker, easier access to premium Awlmix®, Awlgrip® and International® yacht coatings.

This growth means that wherever you are in the region, chances are there’s now an Awlmix-equipped partner just around the corner, ready to mix your colour on demand, offer local expertise and supply the products you know and trust without delay.

From Melbourne to Cairns, the Gold Coast to Perth, new facilities are joining the network and lifting service standards for boatyards, captains and yacht owners. Each partner comes armed with the same advanced mixing technology, stocked with world-class coatings and backed by a shared commitment to speed, precision and exceptional results.

Every Awlmix location can mix coatings as you need them, right there on site. That means the paint for a small repair, or for a complete respray, can be ready in hours rather than weeks. It also means no more waiting on overseas or interstate deliveries for the perfect shade. The result? Work keeps moving, deadlines stay on track, and the finish quality remains uncompromised.

Much of this comes down to a simple idea. The best service comes from people who know the waters you work in. Awlmix partners are chosen for their technical skill, strong local knowledge and the kind of practical experience that ensures they can recommend exactly the right product for the job.

MarinePlus in Melbourne and Sydney has been part of the Awlmix family since 2023, delivering faster colour turnaround and keeping shelves stocked, all underpinned by impressive logistics know-how.

In Cairns, Crowies Paints came aboard in 2024 and quickly became a trusted supplier for Australia’s far north, providing same-day service from Cairns to Townsville. Marine Trade Supplies in Coomera on the Gold Coast also joined in 2024, operating a large paint facility in The Boat Works to give customers fast, convenient access to premium coatings.

Fortified Oceanic in Newport, New South Wales, has been a go-to for local coatings expertise and personalised service, while PYM Coatings in Henderson, Western Australia, expanded its Awlmix offering in 2025 and remains a key player in the state’s marine coatings market.

Across the network, you will find the coatings that marine professionals ask for most. There is Awlcraft 3000, delivering a high-gloss, repairable finish. Awlgrip Topcoat, valued for its durable, long-lasting gloss. Awlgrip HDT, which offers advanced high-durability technology for extended performance. Quick Build, a fast application system for priming and surfacing. And Perfection Pro, a two-pack polyurethane topcoat known for its outstanding gloss and colour retention.

For anyone working in the marine industry, time is as valuable as the finish itself. Delays waiting for coatings to arrive can mean stalled projects, mounting costs and unhappy clients. The expansion of the Awlmix Supplier Network is helping to prevent those setbacks. Local facilities can provide the exact coating you need in hours, keep projects running efficiently with reliable stock, guarantee colour accuracy and offer hands-on technical support when required.

This growing network is now a fixture in key boating hubs across Australia and is steadily extending its reach into the wider Asia-Pacific. It is part of a broader commitment to make premium yacht coatings more accessible than ever before, wherever marine professionals need them.

From the bustling superyacht precincts of the Gold Coast to the busy refit yards of Perth, Awlmix is building a presence that reflects the energy and ambition of the region’s marine industry. With each new location, more professionals gain the ability to get the perfect coating, right when they need it. In the end, it is not just about paint, it is about partnership. And with Awlmix, that partnership is local, reliable and focused entirely on helping you achieve the best possible finish.

For more details and to find your nearest Awlmix Supplier, visit www.awlgrip.com/asia-pacific/awlmix-suppliers

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Zinchenko brings the GX factor

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Zinchenko brings the GX factor

June 25, 2025
8:34 am

Vladimir Zinchenko, the owner of Slovenia’s Greenline Yachts, discusses his venture into the world of bigger boats with GX Superyachts, with builds in Türkiye.
Interview: Andrew Dembina; Photos: GX Superyachts

Vladimir Zinchenko, owner of Greenline Yachts and co-founder of GX Superyachts

Once an electronics engineer, Vladimir Zinchenko bought and revived the then-ailing Greenline Yachts shipyard in Slovenia in 2009. Since then, he has led the landlocked facility to build over 1,000 hulls across its evolving range of motoryacht models, known for their eco-aware fibreglass range with hybrid propulsion systems and solar-panel options.

At last year’s Monaco Yacht Show, Greenline announced a new, simultaneous mission: GX Superyachts – larger-format, higher-end, all-aluminium yachts, born with a similar ecologically-minded ethos. Starting with the GX42, GX Superyachts is planning three sizes of yacht, each offered in RHP (Raised Pilot House), Fly or Coupe versions, all featuring exterior design by Marco Casali.

This May, Zinchenko was in Hong Kong to attend the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit, of which GX Superyachts was a Platinum Sponsor and where he spoke in the panel discussion ‘Reducing the Energy Consumption of Yachts’. Yacht Style spoke to Zinchenko to hear more about the new brand and its first hull, the GX 42m RHP, which is due to launch in the summer of 2026.

Considering the success of Greenline Yachts, what prompted the launch of the GX Superyachts, a production collaboration with Türkiye’s SES Yachts?

We’ve established a lot of manufacturing technology in Slovenia and gained knowledge in-house on building from moulds and how to use hybrid propulsion. So, we began to ask, ‘how can we take this further?’ We also have a lot of customers who have shown an interest in growing together with us.

GX42 RPH exterior design by Marco Casali

With the idea of building superyachts and in aluminium, we needed to be practical. Our shipyard is 160km from the seaside. To get there, we need to go through five tunnels and cross a lot of bridges. Our bigger Greenline boats are delivered in two pieces, the flybridge and hull separately, which are then glued together at a marina facility.

Slovenia’s coastline is only 46km long and mostly cliffs, so for larger-scale yachts, we couldn’t face the transport challenges. We looked for somewhere to be easily accessible to use for deliveries around the world, with a strong background in building in metal. The shipyard we’re using for GX Superyachts is in Tuzla, Istanbul, and offers both these things.

What is the mission for GX Superyachts and how do you imagine the owner profile?

We would like to build a smart platform, which concentrates on not only how far and how fast you can go somewhere but also on the way of life on the boat. And of course, we set out our Responsible Yachting path with Greenline, so we will carry this into GX models.

Greenline yachts are built for spending quality time with your family, and this starts from the first few minutes when you step on board. The kids are running around, parents are sunbathing, the wife is reading a book, the husband is making coffee. Because they move slowly, everything is visible, with 360 degrees of glazing around in the flybridge. It’s for enjoying time on a family cruise, not for fast day-cruising from A to B, to go to restaurants and back. You know? That’s not Greenline style.

The GX42 RPH will feature hybrid propulsion

GX Superyachts boats have larger dimensions and more dynamic performance. You know, we are talking about the €30 million figure – so it’s an owner of a business, who already has a family, a lot of relatives, and they plan to invite them on board. It means there should be water toys, a Jacuzzi – really, a great entertainment boat.

In the respect of on-board power for GX models, the expectation must be that you need a lot for superyacht hotel use and propulsion.

From the start, we were finding out the number of batteries, generators and solar panels we need to cover the needs for powering not only the propulsion system but also the air-conditioning, heating, ventilation and the general house needs. Our first model is a 42m boat and we calculate that we need 1.5 megawatts of energy a day.

We started to look at what we can do to minimise consumption, and we found out that we can save up to 70 per cent when we modify our air-conditioning technology. Our smart air-conditioning is complex. Importantly, we’re not cooling empty rooms and we’re using highly-efficient glass with tall overhanging brows, which stops a lot of direct heat in the saloon, and we use thermal insulation.

Marco Casali has also designed the interior of hull one

We also realise the crew must be trained. They get constant reports and analysis, and there will even be online artificial intelligence that will help them quickly react in real time. This is very important. We can build the smartest boats ever but if a crew ignores recommendations, our customer will waste money for nothing.

How is the backup for the hybrid propulsion on GX Superyachts?

Hybrid propulsion itself is a secondary system – the primary is still classic diesel, connecting with a straight shaft, so you’re always going to have propulsion. As yachts usually have twin engines – offering safety if one has a problem – we also have twin electric motors. So, in fact, it means we are protected four times, not just double.

Potential customers who we talk to about Greenline and GX aren’t always asking how far and how fast the boats can go but more often how big a carbon footprint the boats will leave, how much fuel they will burn, how silent they can go. We are working on all these areas.

How long was the planning stage before you announced the three-yacht range in Monaco last September?

We really started in January 2022, at the Boot Düsseldorf show, when we presented our vision for the future. We said Greenline Yachts was sure to continue because our customer base was growing. We added that we would like to continue not only up to 20m but that we planned to go up to 24m, and that we could consider a line above 24m. We immediately got interested feedback from dealers on this, so we started to think about a 26m yacht.

Drop-down aft bulwarks create a huge beach club

Some dealers and customers started asking about boats larger than 26m, and it grew to 30m, then to 36m and 40m LOA, and, finally, we came to 42m, which is the size of the first hull we’re building now.

It was a long journey from January 2022 to June 1, 2024, when we had a keel-laying ceremony in Istanbul. We decided to make an announcement on the GX42 RPH only after we knew it would be sold and in production. We’re not a shipyard that makes [concept] sketches available before we know something is at the manufacturing stage.

How many hulls could GX Superyachts build in a year?

Yes, our plan is about one per year, across those three LOA sizes. First of all, we do not have our own production facilities for GX – we outsource. Secondly, we just started, and we never had experience with aluminium hulls. Plus, our team never touched the class regulations for this size and type of yacht.

Zinchenko spends much of his time at the SES shipyard in Tuzla

Is it a challenge to divide your time between Greenline Yachts and GX Superyachts?

I’m enjoying spending a lot of time at the Turkish shipyard – I’m an engineer. We looked at about 20 shipyards in Italy and Istanbul and we chose a reliable, small, boutique family shipyard. With 50 years in the business, under one family, our project is their number 57. After three years of asking, they gave us our first slot. It’s important to be there a lot and when I am, I notice the returning customers who have used the shipyard for three, four or five yachts.

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Rolex Land-Dweller turns rumour into revelation

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Rolex Land-Dweller turns rumour into revelation

May 22, 2025
12:47 pm

From industry whispers to a full-fledged launch, Rolex’s latest release, the Rolex Land-Dweller, proves that some surprises are worth the hype.

By Ashok Soman

If you told me last month that Rolex would be revealing a new Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller at Watches and Wonders Geneva, I would have expressed polite scepticism. Now, add on an avalanche of leaks on the same news and I would have laughed in your face. Well, the joke is on me because there is indeed a new Land-Dweller in the mix and virtually everything about it is as promised by the leaks. Is this genius publicity or a happy accident? We will never know, but who cares because this watch was definitely a highlight we were all looking forward to as the official Rolex press presentation rolled around. To be sure, the usual morning scrum in front of the Rolex stand did not disappoint – at this point, I was so confident that I had written this paragraph before the show began, on the plane coming into Geneva.

Everything about the above passage is unbelievable, except that it happens to be true. My fellow professionals who might chance on this story will certainly know where I am coming from. On that note, credit for the first bit of news – concerning the new calibre and its escapement – must go to Cheryl Chia at Revolution. Happily, Cheryl used to write for us too before taking on the Editor-at-Large role at Revolution, and you certainly can count on her to successfully interpret patents. Of course, this is no longer about breaking news, so we can get down to brass tacks on the new watch itself. For a more, shall we say, hearty take on how this all went down, see our report summing up the first day of the fair coming up later.

To get right into it, the time-only-with-date Land-Dweller is back and brings some notable features, the most significant of which is the new automatic calibre 7135. Since this involves a new escapement and this is Rolex, there is no call for rushing and every reason to put a little effort into making sense of things. To this end, we will just get into broad generalities in this post because, love it or not, the Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller is probably the biggest news of the fair, if the state of leaks and pre-releases can be believed. Available in 36mm and 40mm, the watch has a new case (the inspiration for which is obvious), a new integrated bracelet, new dials, new hands, new numerals and that new movement, which is visible thanks to an exhibition caseback.

Take a moment to consider all that because it is pretty overwhelming. Starting at CHF13,200 (we will update with Singapore pricing later), the watch represents excellent value for those who care about such things because the cost of the new movement and everything else is clearly not front-loaded here.

With a new escapement that is not in the tried-and-tested Swiss lever form, with all new parts that must have required all new tools, machines and techniques, this is peak mechanical watchmaking.

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Camper & Nicholsons Singapore sells Speranza II

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Camper & Nicholsons Singapore sells Speranza II

March 20, 2025
5:02 pm

Julien Solari, Camper & Nicholsons’ CCO for Asia, represented the seller of the 29m Speranza II, a Sanlorenzo SD96 delivered in 2021.

Last week Camper & Nicholsons announced the sale of 29m, five-cabin Speranza II, with Julien Solari of Camper & Nicholsons representing the Seller.

One of the finest SD96 models by the Italian yard, Speranza II’s naval architecture was penned by its builder Sanlorenzo, while the modern and clean exterior design can be credited to the award-winning Zuccon International Project.

Camper & Nicholsons thanked Julie Chitaeva for her support during the process and extended its congratulations to all parties involved in the sale.

The semi-displacement motoryacht was presented in immaculate condition, having only known one owner, private use, and boasting low engine hours.

The flybridge deck’s aft sundeck, one of a few spacious outdoor areas

A highlight of Speranza II’s layout is the flexible indoor/outdoor dining potential on the bridge deck. A comfortable, spacious seating space is situated aft, perfect for relaxation and al-fresco dining. A covered amidship interior dining space with folding doors and windows can be opened to create one unified, partially shaded bridge deck area aft, ideal for dining and entertaining on the water.

The main deck is home to sofa-seating both forward and aft. A lowered stern on Speranza II’s main deck provides direct access to the water, with a tender garage situated aft.

Zuccon International Project also designed the Italian-style interior of Speranza II, creating a warm and inviting space characterised by a calming cream and beige colour scheme, bright, honey-toned marble, and subtle golden accents. Its cosy and modern main salon features a relaxing sofa seating area with large windows on port and starboard.

The Italy-designed, warm-toned interior by Zuccon International Project is light-filled

En suite cabins are configured with the master suite situated on the main deck, complete with sumptuous en suite. On the lower deck, two VIP cabins and two twin cabins are located, one in possession of a pullman to create flexible sleeping possibilities.

Speranza II has a top speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots, powered by MTU engines, is fully stabilised both underway and at anchor and has a range of 1,800 nm at 10 knots.

This is the second sale made at Camper & Nicholsons’ Singapore office in the last four weeks, it says, adding, “we are gearing up for a great Singapore Yachting Festival next month”.

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Burgess celebrating 10 years in Asia

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Burgess celebrating 10 years in Asia

March 11, 2025
3:53 pm

Burgess’ Asia team is celebrating a decade of operations, buoyed by another impressive year of superyacht transactions in the region.

A 55m Amels was among four yachts transacted by Burgess’ Asia team in 2024

Burgess is celebrating its 50^th anniversary in 2025, with this year also marking the 10^th anniversary of the establishment of its Asia operation in 2015.

Burgess’ Asia team had another good year in 2024, “despite a combination of geo-political uncertainty, macro-economic challenges, and military activity in the Red Sea resulting in a generally slow brokerage market in the region”, according to Burgess.

On the brokerage side, the Asia team transacted four yachts in 2024: a 55m Amels, Sanlorenzo Exp460 (43m), Custom Line Navetta 42 and Princess X95 (29m), which were all relatively recent builds, delivered from 2018 onwards. The team also oversaw the handover of another Custom Line Navetta 42 that it brokered in 2023.

Custom Line’s Navetta 42 has proved popular in Asia

“The brokerage market in 2025 also looks promising,” stated Burgess, whose Asia central agency fleet comprises five yachts from 35-80m.

On the charter side, the Asia team booked multiple charters in 2024 on yachts ranging from 30-73m to various destinations in the Mediterranean, Asia and even Mexico. Burgess’ Asia charter fleet currently includes the 85m Wanderlust, 68m Starlust and 36m Octave, while its yacht management team in Asia continues to support a wide range of yachts from 36-85m.

From operating as a start-up in Singapore in 2015, Burgess Asia has since expanded its network of offices and representatives to include Hong Kong, Mumbai, Phuket, Shanghai, Tokyo and an ‘Asia desk’ in Monaco. The Asia team has expanded to about 20 staff and representatives, who work closely with Burgess’ global networks of brokers and experts to serve its regional customers.

A Sanlorenzo 460Exp was another 2024 transaction by Burgess in Asia

Over the past 10 years, Burgess’ Asia team has been a regional leader in the large yachts segment. In brokerage alone, Burgess completed 39 yacht transactions for Asia-based clients, with the vessels averaging 53m in length and their total transaction value exceeding US$1.5 billion.

The list includes seven 70m-plus yachts, of which three were transacted in 2023 – a 92m Oceanco, an 85m Lurssen and a 74m Amels.

“With its strong regional footprint and experienced team of large yachts professionals,” the brokerage stated, “Burgess is looking forward to another 10 years of growth and high-quality service to its Asia clients.”

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Lürssen delivers its newest superyacht, the 82m Haven

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Lürssen delivers its newest superyacht, the 82m Haven

June 20, 2024
4:46 pm

German shipbuilder Lürssen has delivered a new tri-deck superyacht, Haven. The 82m superyacht set sail on her maiden voyage from the shipyard on June 17, 2024.

Lürssen’s new tri-deck superyacht sets sail for the first time and sports a low profile and feminine lines

With concept and exterior designed by Jim Robert Sluijter in-house at Lürssen, the superyacht includes a 300sqm sundeck with a 2.5m ceiling height, moveable windbreak panels, and a generous beach club with single-step sea terraces.

Long, lean lines run from bow to stern, with sinuous concave patterns across the yacht’s superstructure, designed to reflect the movement of surrounding waves.

One of the world’s biggest superyachts, Haven features sleek, elegant lines

Such elegant, athletic exteriors are balanced with contemporary interiors, created by the British studio RWD and features complimentary asymmetrical shapes and a dynamic layout.

Haven was built with its owners in mind, and offers generous outdoor space, a family-oriented layout, and storage for water toys and diving gear

Design was informed by a journey shared by the yacht’s owners and designers, and has resulted in bold, personal and functional spaces subtly crafted with colourful curated pieces and striking artworks.

The superyacht made its maiden voyage from the German shipyard in June

Built for an experienced owner with an active lifestyle, the boat’s family-oriented layout and functional design places emphasis on outdoor living, with light and glazing crafted to connect interior spaces with the outdoors, alongside generous outdoor spaces and plentiful storage for water toys and diving gear.

Cutting an elegant figure en route to meet new owners

Haven boasts a LOA of 82m and a beam of 12.5m, placing it among the world’s largest tri-deck superyachts afloat today.

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Designer Olympic team uniforms are on trend

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Designer Olympic team uniforms are on trend

May 30, 2024
4:17 pm

A nation’s selected Olympic team outfitter has great influence on an athlete’s confidence, sense of belonging and patriotic pride.

As we countdown to the 2024 Olympics, we finally see some team uniforms and designers of the garments worn by each nation’s finest athletes. This year, the global sporting event is being held at none other than the city of Paris. The world’s fashion capital along with the appropriately fitting official sponsor of fashion industry giant LVMH. We are now months away from the Summer Olympics, and excitement is building, with brands and countries unveiling their team uniforms, one after the other. While some have opted for garments designed by foreign talent, there is beauty in having uniforms made by brands from their respective countries.

A nation’s chosen designer for the official team uniform is an opportunity for them to garner millions of eyes on their designs. However, its effect goes much deeper than what meets the eye. The most significant stage of sports presents us with a nation’s sporting legends along with young newcomers and Paralympians. Regardless of experience, sponsorships, age and gender, these athletes are all united by a shared nationality, donning the same uniform, crest and flag. Furthermore, team uniforms are especially meaningful for the opening and closing ceremonies, where all athletes participate wearing the formal team uniform — the only events where all athletes from one country are in the same place simultaneously.

Ralph Lauren for Team USA

The Olympic opening ceremony is a pivotal moment in the 18-day event, setting the tone for the athletes. Wearing a brand that originates from their home country, fosters a sense of camaraderie within a team and pride in a nation’s heritage. A prime example is Ralph Lauren’s enduring partnership with Team USA, a brand that has been dressing the team since 2008. Ralph Lauren’s association with American heritage embodies the American dream and its timeless, preppy style that is heavily influenced by the West. The brand’s all-American aesthetic is reinforced by the flag’s red, white, and blue, It symbolises a united show of national

pride and instills confidence in a patriotic group of talents. Thus, this partnership is a testament to the authenticity and mutual benefits of collaborations between fashion brands and athletes.

Berluti for Team France

This year is a particularly noteworthy Olympics for the French athletes who are going for gold in their home country. Team France has the home field advantage, teaming up with official sponsor LVMH and French fashion house Berluti to outfit France’s finest sportsmen and women. The French Maison’s finest artisans were tasked with the meaningful job of showcasing the exceptional calibre of the house and the selected French athletes. The 1,500 outfits were designed in France, with high-quality fabrics exclusively sourced from Europe. Recognising the immense importance and excitement these uniforms represent, the Berluti team consulted with the athletes to meticulously cater to individuals of all builds and preferences. As reported by LVMH, the specially-made outfits act as a physical manifestation to invoke patriotic pride and belonging among the athletes and coaches to motivate them to live up to their ambitions.

Ben Sherman for Team Great Britain

Team GB has ensued the expertise of English designer Ben Sherman, best known for his unmistakable British identity and symbol of the old English style. The official varsity jacket incorporates the Great Britain flag colours and features unique flower motifs. Embroidered on the back of the jacket, four flowers representing the four nations of the UK: a rose for England, a thistle for Scotland, a daffodil for Wales and a shamrock for Northern Ireland. The united floral design signifies a group of athletes from the four nations coming together to fight for a common cause. Additionally, Ben Sherman keeps the athletes’ comfort in mind, celebrating tradition with his quintessential preppy style and blending it with modern streetwear influences, resulting in a Union Jack-clad polo and a baggy varsity jacket. Walking out onto a global stage sporting modern designs rooted in British heritage embraces tradition and instills unity and pride especially in the younger generation.

Emporio Armani for Team Italy

Italian designer Giorgio Armani has been designing for Team Italy since 2012. Emporio Armani is best known for its classic Italian style and has always emphasised their country’s rich heritage in using traditional Italian manufacturing processes and Italian materials. The Olympic kits were unveiled as part of the House’s Spring/Summer ’24 collection, featuring rich navy blue tracksuits complemented by red and white detailing. Big “Italia” lettering was also printed, front and centre of the uniform. Additionally, polos and T-shirts feature the opening of the national anthem and jacket linings are printed with the first verse. According to the designer himself, the creation of functional yet elegant garments was designed to “distinguish the team and to convey a strong sense of belonging to our athletes.”

Lululemon for Team Canada

The canadian-born athleisure brand has just released its first-ever summer Olympics kit for Team Canada; as explained by CEO Calvin McDonald, the process started with an innovation-first approach based on athletes’ insights to ensure they feel and perform their best at the global sporting event. Made with Canadian-inspired prints, each product has undergone a testing and feedback process to suit an athlete’s unique needs based on their sport. The personalised experience and deepened relationship between the brand and the athletes allows them to look and feel good. Due to the connection between the team and Lululemon, designers have gone the extra mile to enable them to perform to the best of their abilities for their country.

When it comes to designing a country’s team kits, a selected designer plays a significant role in the psychological aspects of an athlete and their team. Team kits have the ability to affect an individual’s pride, confidence and sense of belonging. These factors can greatly contribute to one’s sporting performance, as an athlete’s success is much more than athleticism. Hence, these factors should contain the unique essence of a nation’s heritage to allow athletes and viewers to resonate with the pride and love one has for their country. United by similar goals, uniform outfitters go the extra mile to motivate the teams through personalised relationships and attention to detail.

Additionally, there is a mutual benefit in teaming up with a brand of the same country. The connections are not just in the athletes but also in the shared sense of pride and confidence. This can lead to enhanced performance, increasing the chances of stepping on the prestigious podium. Winners of sporting events garner more attention and recognition, more eyes on the individual means more eyes on the garments, creating a win-win situation for both the team and the brand.

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Lagoon appoints Asiamarine as new dealer

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Lagoon appoints Asiamarine as new dealer

February 29, 2024
2:22 am

The world’s leading catamaran builder has appointed Asiamarine in key Asian markets following the conclusion of its long partnership with Simpson Marine.

Lagoon 40

Lagoon, celebrating its 40^th anniversary this year, has appointed Asiamarine as its new dealer in Hong Kong, Thailand and Singapore. Part of Groupe Beneteau, Lagoon is the world’s most popular pleasure catamaran brand, having built over 7,000 units since it was founded in 1984.

In March, the French shipyard is staging the private debut of the Lagoon 60, the third largest of its seven sailing cat models ranging from the Lagoon 40 to the Seventy 7, while the builder also produces the Sixty 7 and Seventy 8 powercats.

Eric Noyel, founder and CEO of Asiamarine, said: “At Asiamarine, we’re thrilled to announce this exclusive partnership with Lagoon, whose dedication to quality and innovation mirrors our own commitment to delivering the best to our customers. With the Lagoon dealership, Asiamarine also enters the very premium world of large, luxury power catamarans.

Lagoon Sixty 7

“This collaboration goes beyond selling boats; it’s about crafting unforgettable journeys and fulfilling the dreams of boating enthusiasts. We’re dedicated to serving all Lagoon owners throughout their journey and confident that our collaboration will contribute positively to the yachting industry across Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand.”

Asiamarine, whose new-yacht portfolio includes motor yacht builders Galeon, Nimbus and Axopar, takes on the Lagoon dealership in the three key markets following the conclusion of the catamaran builder’s long-standing relationship with Simpson Marine.

Thomas Gailly, Lagoon’s Brand Director, said: “Asiamarine was the obvious choice to take over Lagoon in these strategic markets. Their long experience with multihulls, their charter structure and the quality of their after-sales service were crucial in our decision. With Asiamarine as our new dealer, we’ll provide our owners and future owners the best possible experience.”

Lagoon Seventy 7

Lagoon had collaborated with Simpson Marine for 37 years, with the dealer eventually representing the brand in seven markets in Asia. The two companies agreed to part ways following Sanlorenzo’s recent acquisition of Simpson Marine, which sold over 300 Lagoon catamarans.

Richard Allen, Group General Manager at Simpson Marine, added: “It was with a heavy heart that we stopped the decades-long collaboration with Lagoon. It has been a pleasure to represent this world-leading brand with its Asia expansion. We are now committed to ensure a smooth transition and will continue to provide assistance to our Lagoon owners as per our customer promise.”

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Lagoon catamarans offering purified water

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Lagoon catamarans offering purified water

December 7, 2023
3:09 am

Following a collaboration with Uvoji, Lagoon is equipping all its sailing and power catamarans with the Oji Nautic water treatment system.

Uvoji’s Oji Nautic system will be installed in the galley

Lagoon has partnered with Uvoji to equip its entire range of catamarans from 40-78ft with the Oji Nautic 01 water-treatment system, allowing users to drink water directly from the tap. Uvoji is a French company specialising in disinfection and treatment of water and surfaces using ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (UV LEDs), as opposed to traditional filtration methods.

Adapted to the marine environment and different electrical installations, the Oji Nautic water purifier is equipped with a UV-C emitter and uses ultraviolet light’s germicidal action to eliminate bacteria, viruses and contaminants from tank water, with laboratory-validated disinfection levels of over 99.99 per cent.

Measuring 16cm in height, weighing 0.9kg and offering a maximum flow rate of eight litres per minute, Oji Nautic provides a simple, fast and silent solution for drinking-water requirements without chlorine or chemicals. The durable system is easy to operate, with no maintenance or consumables, and little impact on batteries due to low power consumption.

Thomas Zunino, CEO of Uvoji, said: “We’re very pleased and proud of this 100 per cent French partnership with the Lagoon catamarans brand and Groupe Beneteau, a world leader in eco-navigation.

Oji Nautic 01 offers a maximum flow rate of eight litres per minute

“Our technology makes a significant contribution to preserving the environment by offering an ecological alternative to the consumption of bottled water and therefore to single-use plastic, a considerable source of ocean pollution.

“By offering sailors the ability to consume water on board simply, safely and efficiently at sea, at anchor or in port, we’re working alongside Groupe Beneteau to offer a more environmentally friendly way of sailing.”

Lagoon, which will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2024, is the world’s most prolific builder of cruising catamarans, having built over 7,000 units since it emerged in 1984 as an offshoot of Jeanneau, another Groupe Beneteau brand.

Its partnership with Uvoji reinforces a commitment to reducing plastic waste and preserving the environment, also reflected in the solar-electric technology integrated on the Lagoon 51 launched in 2022 and upcoming models.

Thomas Gailly, Lagoon’s Brand Director, said: “The Uvoji solution allows our owners to take to the sea without piling up numerous plastic bottles on board, while enjoying pure water throughout their voyage. It’s a great step forward in the field of eco-yachting.”

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