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Lagoon 51 fits Hong Kong Grade 2 licence
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Asiamarine has announced the Lagoon 51 as the largest vessel operable with a Grade 2 boating pleasure vessel licence in Hong Kong.
Lagoon 51 with integrated solar panels: Photo: Gilles Martin-Raget
Asiamarine has declared the Lagoon 51 sailing catamaran as “officially the largest boat you can operate with a Pleasure Vessel Operator Grade 2 Certificate in Hong Kong”. The yacht’s new categorisation follows Lagoon’s new option to reduce the extension at the aft end of the boat, so bringing the yacht’s length to just under 15m (50ft), satisfying Grade 2 criteria.
“This exciting development simplifies the process for sailing enthusiasts, allowing for easier self-operation or the recruitment of a crew,” Asiamarine stated. Grade 2 is the entry-level Pleasure Vessel Operator Certificate (PVOC) available from Hong Kong’s Marine Department.
Lagoon 51 features large outdoor areas: Photo: Gilles Martin-Raget
Alexandre Tricot, Lagoon Brand Manager at Asiamarine, said: “This is a game-changer for sailors in Hong Kong. When you buy a yacht with a Grade 2 licence, you want to make the most out of your licence, and this boat is the best you can get.
“The Lagoon 51 not only offers comfort and style but also opens up new possibilities for exploration on the water. We are glad to provide our customers with this exceptional opportunity.”
The Lagoon 51’s huge saloon; Photo: Nicolas Claris
The Lagoon 51 (click for Review) debuted in 2022 and spearheaded the French builder’s new era of sustainability, with the model offering the option of integrated solar panels on the coachroof and flybridge hard top. The fully developed flybridge is among many developments upon the Lagoon 50, which the 51 succeeded.
The Lagoon 51 offers over 1,000sqft of living space and one layout with a huge owner’s suite occupying the starboard hull and featuring a large, walk-in closet, along with a further three guest cabins in the port hull. The Lagoon 51 is also available in a more symmetrical four-cabin, four-head layout or even with six cabins.
The owner’s suite in the starboard hull; Photo: Nicolas Claris
A Lagoon 51 is available for a viewing in Hong Kong through Asiamarine, which has represented the world’s leading pleasure catamaran builder since earlier this year. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Asiamarine also has offices in Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam and Singapore, and covers new and pre-owned yacht sales, charter and yacht management, as well as superyachts as Fraser Asia.
