The Singapore Yachting Festival 2025, held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from April 10-13 2025 concluded on a celebratory note on Sunday night, with exhibitors taking their final opportunity to catch up with each other and swap notes on how it all went.

The annual show welcomed more than 12,000 visitors, its organisers stated, and featured more than 100 participating brands, with over 20 making a Festival debut. With 70 yachts on display – including 10 premieres, two global debuts and 15 yachts over 24m in length – this year’s event reaffirmed Singapore’s reputation and position as a key  yachting hub in Asia.

“The response to Singapore Yachting Festival 2025 has been overwhelmingly positive, with visitors, exhibitors, and partners praising the curated experiences, innovative concepts, and range of yachts,” said Arthur Tay, Chairman & CEO of SUTL Group and ONE°15 Marina. “It’s a strong affirmation of Singapore’s growing stature as Asia’s premier yachting hub. As the organiser, we’re proud to witness the continued expansion in both scale and impact, and we remain committed to raising the bar with each edition – delivering deeper engagement, stronger sustainability efforts, and broader global partnerships.”

The impressive variety of yacht premieres that headlined the on-water exhibition included the grand-scale adventure catamaran, 56m Charley 2, built by Western Australian shipyard and custom-build specialist, Echo Yachts was the largest vessel on display this year.

Joining it were regional debuts from world-class brands such as the awaited Azimut Seadeck 7 by Italian Azimut-Benetti Group, the second model in this line launched in 2023, known for technological solutions aimed at reducing emissions by up to 40 per cent.

From Italian brand Wally, the wallywhy150 by Ferretti Group impressed with its 270-degree view, and its expansive outdoor deck and beach-club areas and main-deck master cabin.

Of UAE builder Gulf Craft’s three yachts, its Asia premiere was the Nomad 101, designed for long-range exploration with its 1,000NM cruising range.

Sunseeker 90 Ocean, presented by DCH Marine, showcased a 30 per cent increase in deck space and a standout Beach Club feature for its size from the UK-based shipyard.

Bluegame BGM75, under Sanlorenzo Group, was  shown by Simpson Marine. The pioneering 74ft luxury power catamaran made its Asia-Pacific debut at the festival.

Charter showings included the imposing Song of Songs, displayedby Camper & Nicholsons: an immaculate 42.2m yacht built by China-based shipyard Heysea.

Besides the abovementioned Azimut Seadeck 7, other environmentally conscious yachts on show included the Sunreef 60 Eco by Poland-based Sunreef Yachts, a spacious sailing catamaran that made its Asia debut, showcasing solar-powered propulsion and advanced electric capabilities.

The Silent 62 by Silent Yachts was shown by Magsubsea, with its 16.8kW solar array and twin electric motors for clean cruising.

The Greenline 48 Fly, shown by Derani Yachts has earned praise globally for its hybrid engine and whisper-quiet operation.

The Rapido 500 ECO Power Cat by Rapido Trimarans featured incredible fuel efficiency and a parachute sail add-on that enhances the cruising experience.

Also on display was Seabob Asia Pacific’s latest aerodynamic range, shown by Cayago Luxury Sea Toys, which premiered futuristic-looking F9 models for the first time in Asia.

As ever, a complete luxury-lifestyle experience was devised to engage show visitors. J.P. Morgan Private Bank, the Official Bank Partner of this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival sponsored a VIP Lounge. It offered an exclusive retreat for intimate client engagement and networking with a selection of premium canapés, that included the likes of abalone, lobster, and a live oyster station, presented by Chef De Maison. Guests also enjoyed bespoke whisky masterclasses by Brown-Forman, wine tasting by Wine Adore, a pampering hand massage by La Mer, and a premium space dressed by Cancan Furnishings.

The debut of the two-story Superyacht Lounge sponsored by Damen Yachting was an exclusive space dedicated to superyacht stakeholders, newly introduced to this event in partnership with Rolls-Royce.

The Exhibition Pavilion this year was a dynamic hub of innovation and boating-related essentials, featuring a diverse mix of 37 brands that spanned the full spectrum of the marine and luxury lifestyle ecosystem – including a booth displaying Yacht Style magazines, with members of our team onsite.

Other exhibitors included Shenzhen Lannika Yachts offering lifestyle-inspired luxury yachts; Seakeeper with its Gyro Stabilisation solutions that redefine maritime comfort and performance; Asiatique Yacht Supplies – a regional distributor of leading brands of yacht paints and boat cleaning materials; Quality Marine Clothing, an Australian based shop for clothing & accessories; and Entropia, offering brokerage and charter services. This year’s expanded Pavilion showcased the increasing breadth of services and equipment providers supporting the boating industry – including several Singapore-based companies.

An eye-catching display by Aston Martin elevated the arrival experience, featuring the sporty and elegant DB12 Volante – the world’s first open-top super tourer.

Live in-water water toy demonstrations added adrenaline to the experience, while the expanded Festival Market, presented by JIU Asia, offered gourmet dining, premium spirits, boutique retail, and live entertainment—creating a vibrant social atmosphere across the marina.

“We are deeply encouraged by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our exhibitors, and especially delighted to see many first-time sponsors and participants expressing strong interest in returning next year.”

The next edition of Singapore Yachting Festival is set for April 23-26, 2026.

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