Organisers of the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference have revealed the eight key sessions of the two-day forum, which will be held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from April 21-22. The conference is held ahead of the Yacht Style Awards, on the evening of April 22, and the Singapore Yachting Festival (April 23-26), both also held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove.

Since its launch, the conference has sought to create a structured platform where regulatory, commercial and operational stakeholders can engage in forward-looking dialogue. As Southeast Asia continues to attract international cruising and refit interest, the 2026 edition aims to position the region not only as a destination but as a coordinated ecosystem capable of long-term, scalable growth.

“The overall objective for 2026 is alignment across Southeast Asia. We’ve moved beyond simply discussing growth,” says Conference Producer Wade Pearce.

“The focus now is on structure, credibility and presenting the region as a coordinated, commercially mature market. If we can align infrastructure, regulation and industry standards, Southeast Asia becomes significantly more competitive on a global level.”

The two-day conference invites senior stakeholders from marinas, shipyards, brokerage houses, yacht management firms, government representatives and investors to discuss the state of the ASEAN yachting industry through panels, Q&As and showcases.

The programme for the 2026 Southeast Asia Yachting Conference is structured around eight key sessions designed to address the major constraints and opportunities of the local yachting industry.

State of Southeast Asia Yachting – Regional Market Outlook 2026-30

The opening session will examine fleet movement data, evolving cruising patterns, infrastructure bottlenecks and regulatory developments, providing a data-informed overview of the region.

ASEAN Alignment & International Positioning – Towards a Unified Regional Voice

This panel will explore cross-border collaboration models and policy alignment to strengthen Southeast Asia’s positioning as a connected cruising destination.

From Cruising Only to Strategic Refits – Building a Trusted Refit Ecosystem

This discussion will centre on how the region transitions from opportunistic yard periods to structured, repeat refit programmes.

Marina & Waterfront Development – Infrastructure as the Foundation

This session will focus on long-term marina strategy, mixed-use waterfront projects and public–private collaboration.

The Anatomy of a Brokerage Sale

A practical breakdown of a superyacht transaction in Asia, from offer to closing, covering compliance frameworks, KYC procedures, legal considerations and operational realities facing buyers and sellers in the region.

Charter Frameworks & Commercial Licensing

Panellists will examine charter licensing models, taxation structures and the alignment of regional operations with global charter standards.

Robotics, AI & Technology

This session looks at how robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing are influencing yacht operations in emerging markets.

Startups & New Market Entrants Platform

A dedicated innovation segment will provide emerging businesses with exposure to established industry leaders and investors.

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