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Lagoon developing Eighty 3 motoryacht

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Lagoon developing Eighty 3 motoryacht

March 26, 2025
12:02 am

Built on the same platform as the upcoming Eighty 2 sailing cat, the Eighty 3 will become the French builder’s flagship motoryacht.

Lagoon is scheduled to stage the world premiere of its Eighty 3 power catamaran at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show, which will be held in Florida from February 12-16. The Eighty 3 shares the same 23.91m (78ft 5in) hull as Lagoon’s upcoming Eighty 2 sailing catamaran, which will have its world premiere at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival from September 9-14.

Like the Eighty 2, the Eighty 3 is a CE-certified yacht (A:14, B:18, C:24, D:40) and features naval architecture by VPLP Design, exterior design by Patrick le Quément and interiors by Italy’s Nauta Design.

However, the Eighty 3 offers more living space than its sailing sister, with a solid foredeck and a bigger flybridge – that can be covered in solar panels – contributing to 430sqm (4,628sqft) of living space. Fitted with two 580hp John Deere engines, the powercat has a transatlantic range of 3,500 nautical miles with a 8,500-litre fuel capacity.

The yacht’s design includes an open aft cockpit and a huge swim platform, of up to 22sqm, which can be configured to accommodate a jetski or a tender or simply as a waterside lounge area.

The portside staircase offers a safe, gentle incline to the flybridge, which offers 50sqm of space that can be personalised and configured by an owner and include a Raymarine-equipped helm station with joystick, dining table, outdoor galley and social areas.

The flybridge also offers large areas for solar panels including on the hard top and the aft overhang, with a Lithium battery pack also part of the yacht’s energy-saving technology.

The solid foredeck – accessed by two wide side decks and also from the saloon – has a sunken lounging area while the forward area can be dressed with loose furniture.

A huge modular saloon connects the aft cockpit and foredeck, and can be configured with a long dining table to port and a large lounge area to starboard, with the whole area illuminated by large windows. The forward area can include a bar area and lower helm station.

Interior furnishings feature fine materials including a marble table, armchairs with braided leather backrests, decorative glass panels, natural stone countertops, and woodwork in a brushed finish.

In the hulls, the Eighty 3 can provide four, five or six guest cabins, as well as crew accommodation. Like on the Seventy 7 and Seventy 8 models, the owner’s suite includes a king-sized bed with sea views and a large drop-down balcony that offers a private sanctuary over the water.

The Eighty 3 is in production at the Construction Navale Bordeaux, which builds all of Lagoon’s 50ft-plus catamarans. Bio-sourced resin and hemp fibre are being used in the hull, as well as on-structural parts, which dramatically lowers the CO² emissions in production.

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Yacht Style Issue 82 out now

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Yacht Style Issue 82 out now

March 20, 2025
3:05 pm

Yacht Style presents its 2nd magazine of 2025: the annual special Asian Issue

Take a read our second magazine of 2025, our Asia Issue in which we present a focus on regional dealers, premieres, shows and marinas, feature reviews of models by Majesty, Sanlorenzo, Ferretti Yachts and Leopard, interviews with Sanlorenzo Group, Gulf Craft and SUTL, a feature report on the latest wave of weekender/adventure boats, boat shows in Singapore, Sanctuary Cove, Dubai, Düsseldorf and Thailand, and lots more – with racing reviews featuring the Rolex SailGP Auckland and Sydney Grand Prix races, and preview of the Melbourne to Osaka Race.

Issue 82 of Yacht Style magazine is online now: download here.

Gulf Craft’s Nomad 101 makes its Asia premiere at Singapore Yachting Festival in April

In this year’s annual Asia Issue, while focusing on areas of prolific activity in realms of dealerships, premieres and marinas, we also pay due attention to arguably the most productive current shipbuilder in the region: Gulf Craft. This is the UAE-based builder of issue 82’s cover star (pictured above) – the 31m tri-deck Nomad 101 expedition-style superyacht, making its Asia premiere at the third Singapore Yachting Festival, from April 10.

Majesty 100 Terrace

Gulf Craft is also the builder of the Majesty 100 Terrace, which kicks off this issue’s Reviews pages. We feature a sea trial of this model’s first hull, which premiered at the Dubai International Boat Show 2025 in February, and which is named after its covered bow terrace, which can be accessed from the main-deck owner’s stateroom.

Sanlorenzo SP92

Also reviewed, is the second Sanlorenzo SP-line model launched. The sleek SP92 high-performance yacht, reaches top speeds of 38 knots and cruises at 33 knots, thanks to twin V12 engines bolstered by water-jet propulsion.

Ferretti Yachts INFYNITO 80

The premiere hull of the Italy-made Ferretti Yachts INFYNITO 80, the second model of the

spacious new luxury-motoryacht INFYNITO line, with a covered bow – named the All-Season Terrace – is also reviewed in this issue.

Leopard 46 sail

Additionally, we review the new hybrid-drive Leopard 46 sailing yacht from the South Africa-based Robertson and Caine shipyard, which recently debuted at the Miami International Boat Show – and makes its Asia-Pacific premiere at the Singapore show.

Mohammed Alshaali, Gulf Craft

In this issue’s Leaders interviews, read insights from the Dubai-based founder and Chairman of Gulf Craft, Mohammed Alshaali, as he discloses the ambitious course the yard is following in 2025.

Massimo Perotti, Sanlorenzo Group

A Leaders interview with Massimo Perotti, the owner and Executive Chairman of Sanlorenzo Group brings his views on sustainable technology, the Group’s growth with new brands, and his outlook for the Asia-Pacific.

Jonathan Sit, SUTL

A Profile interview with Jonathan Sit, Regional General Manager, Marinas, SUTL, hears what’s new at the Singapore Yachting Festival this year, and why sustainability is at the core of SUTL Enterprise’s marina expansion strategy.

A Nimbus W11 weekender

In an in-depth Feature on the continued rise in popularity of the dayboat-weekender-adventure-boat segment, we introduce some of the latest models.

An extended-family charter in Mediterranean Italy through Fraser Asia

In Charter, meet the family of three generations who discovered Fraser Asia, with which they arranged a top, tailor-made, one-week superyacht charter in the Italian Med.

The Singapore Yachting Festival 2025 is held once again at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove

In Shows, we look forward to the third Singapore Yachting Festival, running from April 10-13, 2025; and we preview the upcoming Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025, in Queensland, Australia.

On the eve of the Singapore show, is the Yacht Style Awards 2025. Issue 82 names the 30 Awards categories and presents booking details for Asia’s biggest annual yachting awards gala

Event. Book early-bird tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/yacht-style-awards-gala-dinner-2025-tickets-1262093669139

For more information and remaining sponsorship opportunities, email awards@lux-inc.com

The Dubai Boat Show 2025

Our Shows section also reviews January’s Thailand International Boat Show A Luxury Lifestyle Event held at Yacht Haven, Phuket. We review February’s Dubai International Boat Show; and, out of the Asia region, we review the world’s largest indoor boat show, held every January – Boot Düsseldorf.

The Rolex SailGP KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix took place in February

In Racing, issue 82 covers global foiling and sailing events, with reviews on the recent Rolex SailGP Auckland and Sydney races, and the Vendée Globe, while previewing the Melbourne to Osaka Race, being held this month.

Column contributions also include one from Yunzhu Jin, Asia Director for Damen Yachting, with her insights on trends in superyacht ownership and charters in Asia; Tresno Seery, owner of Silolona Sojourns – a luxury phinisi operator – explains why charter travellers to Indonesia are much different today than 25 years ago; and Ekrem Reyhancioglu, Director Asia-Pacific at Wearth Group, outlines why Southeast Asia’s untapped potential for marina development is a strategic investment.

Yacht Style magazine issue 82 is one of plenty of page-turners – which we hope you will enjoy

– with its abundance of Asia focus.

Yacht Style magazine issue 82 is also online now as a flip-book or as a downloadable pdf: download here.

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RHKYC organising Eastern Asia Offshore Race

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RHKYC organising Eastern Asia Offshore Race

March 20, 2025
12:55 pm

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club has announced the inaugural Eastern Asia Offshore Race, which will run from Hong Kong to Taiwan.

The Eastern Asia Offshore Race starts in Hong Kong on May 29; Photo: RHKYC

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club (RHKYC) has announced details of the first Eastern Asia Offshore Race, a 350nm eastern run from Hong Kong to Tainan in southwest Taiwan. The race is set to begin in Hong Kong on May 29, with the start line in front of RHKYC’s Kellett Island Clubhouse and the start signal sounding at 11.20am.

With the race starting in late May, organisers hope the fleet will be able to make the most of the south-westerly monsoon, which could provide a fast downwind passage. The 350nm race is expected to take competitors between two to three days to complete.

Participating yachts can also take advantage of joining the Taiwan Ryukyu Regatta, another popular offshore race in the region, which will start on June 8.

RHKYC has a long history of organising offshore races. Photo: RHKYC

The Eastern Asia Offshore Race is organised by RHKYC with the cooperation of Argo Yacht Club in Tainan, and provides competitors with a new and exciting offshore race destination.

RHKYC has a long history of organising races and regattas, both locally and offshore. Since 1962 it has organised races to the Philippines, while in the 1990s it created offshore races to new destinations including Vietnam and Hainan in southern China. In 2011 and 2012, it held races to Kaohsiung, south of Tainan, with the Eastern Asia Offshore Race marking a return to Taiwan. hktaiwanrace.com

Azimut-Benetti Group CEO Marco Valle joins keynote panel at the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference

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Azimut-Benetti Group CEO Marco Valle joins keynote panel at the Southeast Asia Yachting Conference

March 20, 2025
12:35 pm

Held over two days before the 3rd Singapore Yachting Festival commences on April 10, 2025, the SEAYC has a full roster of expert speakers and enlightening themes relevant to the region.

The Southeast Asia Yachting Conference 2025 (SEAYC 2025) is shaping up to be a must-attend event in Singapore next month. Bringing together key industry leaders, marina developers, yacht builders, charter operators, and marine technology innovators to explore the future of yachting in the region, the annual event is being held over the two days prior to the 3^rdSingapore Yachting Festival. This two-day conference will feature expert-led panels, in-depth discussions on infrastructure, sustainability, and market trends, as well as dedicated breakout sessions for targeted industry engagement. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving yachting landscape, from the rise of superyacht exploration to advancements in renewable energy and biofuels.

Day 1 of SEAYC 2025 opens on the morning of April 8, 2025, with a high-profile keynote panel, featuring Marco Valle, CEO of Azimut-Benetti Group, and Arthur Tay, Chairman of SUTL and ONE°15 Marina. This exclusive discussion will provide valuable insights into market trends, sustainability, and the evolving landscape of luxury yacht ownership and marina development in Southeast Asia.

Following this opening, the conference moves into the first industry-discussion Panel 1, entitled Masterplanning: Future Asian Coastal Marina Developments, moderated by Jonathan Sit of SUTL Enterprise, in which marina development experts discuss the increasing demand and upcoming waterfront projects across Asia.

This is followed by a presentation on the Hong Kong International Airport Skytopia Development Blueprint by Cissy Chan from Airport Authority Hong Kong, who outlines plans for the airport’s waterfront expansion, including a proposed 500-vessel marina.

The focus then shifts to the charter and tourism sector with Panel 2, Tourism and Chartering: Market Trends Across Southeast Asia, led by Mike Sagar from Ankor Software, who analyses the evolving charter market and regional tourism opportunities. Vu Tran of Tam Son is also to provide insights into Vietnam’s growing role in yachting and tourism.

The afternoon sessions begin with Icomia: Propelling Our Future, presented by Joe Lynch, the CEO International Council of Marine Industry Associations (Icomia) addressing global initiatives and future developments in the yachting industry. This segues into Panel 3 – Technology Transforming the Yachting Landscape – which explores the latest advancements in electrification and onboard systems, industry challenges, and potential solutions.

Sustainability will be a key focus later in the day with Renewables and Biofuels in Singapore and Southeast Asia, presented by Neste, which operates a Singapore-based renewable diesel refinery. This will set the stage for Panel 4 – Where to Next: Rise of Alternatives and Sustainability – examining innovations in sustainable yachting, how yacht builders, service providers, and marinas can implement these solutions today, and future strategies for industry-wide adoption.

An impressive collection of regionally-informed panellists are secured for what promises to be an authoritative conference on April 8-9, 2025 in Singapore

On Day 2, the focus shifts to operational challenges and opportunities in Southeast Asia. The day opens with Panel 5 – Superyacht Builders: Challenges and Expectations in the Region – featuring Peter Mahony, General Manager, APAC, Benetti Yachts and Chris Blackwell from Echo Yachts, who discuss the evolving demands of superyacht owners operating in Southeast Asia. This will be followed by Panel 6 – Southeast Asia Corridor: Working with Neighbouring Regions, led by Suzy Rayment from the Asia Pacific Superyacht Association, exploring cross-border collaboration opportunities, key factors driving yacht movements in the region, and the origins of incoming vessels.

The final sessions will centre on infrastructure development, beginning with Panel 7 – Ready the Yards: Infrastructure Opportunities and Warranty Constraints – featuring industry experts who will discuss the challenges and opportunities in developing yacht maintenance facilities across the region.

The conference concludes with Breakout and Experience Sessions (3pm-5pm), offering tailored networking opportunities for industry professionals, including sessions focused on marinas, captains, the superyacht sector, and marine industry connections.

For more details visit: https://singaporeyachtingfestival.com/

Singapore to host Bluegame BGM75’s APAC premiere

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Singapore to host Bluegame BGM75’s APAC premiere

March 20, 2025
11:39 am

Bluegame’s first multihull motoryacht has been added to Simpson Marine’s impressive line-up at the Singapore Yachting Festival in April.

The BGM75 is Bluegame’s first multihull

Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific will host the Asia premiere of Bluegame’s BGM75 multihull motoryacht at this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival, which will be held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from April 10-13. Prior to the four-day show, ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove will host the two-day Southeast Asia Yachting Conference (April 8-9) and Yacht Style Awards on the Wednesday evening (April 9).

The BGM75 is among five yachts to be exhibited at the third Singapore Yachting Festival by Simpson Marine, which represents Sanlorenzo and sister brand Bluegame across Asia-Pacific. The dealership previously announced the presence of Sanlorenzo’s SL96A asymmetric planing yacht, semi-displacement SD96 and SX88 crossover yacht, while Bluegame’s BGX63 is also part of the display.

The BGM75 includes drop-down sides

However, the regional dealership recently announced the addition of the BGM75, which is the Italian brand’s first multihull motoryacht and had its world premiere at the 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival.

Nick Stratton, Vice President of Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific, said: “We are delighted to return to the Singapore Yachting Festival, which continues to grow as one of Asia’s premier yachting showcases. As the Sanlorenzo and Bluegame fleet continues to expand across Asia-Pacific, we’re pleased to display all three ranges from Sanlorenzo’s Yacht Division – the timeless SL planing range, the semi-displacement SD long-range series and the innovative SX crossover line.

Main-deck interior on the BGM75

“We’re also delighted to show models from Bluegame’s BGX and BGM lines, including the first BGM75 in the Asia-Pacific region, which is historically very successful for multihull sales with customers actively seeking for larger living spaces, more comfort and stability at sea. With the BGM75 they don’t have to compromise on any of that.”

Simpson Marine is currently marking 10 years of representing Sanlorenzo in Asia and a year since its acquisition by the Italian shipyard, since when the dealership has represented both Sanlorenzo and Bluegame across Asia-Pacific, including Australia.

The SX88 and SL96A will again be part of the Sanlorenzo line-up in Singapore

“Sanlorenzo’s presence at this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival highlights our commitment to delivering the finest in yacht design and innovation,” Stratton said. “Each yacht on display reflects our philosophy of tailor-made luxury, offering owners an unparalleled level of customisation and comfort.”

For Yacht Style’s March 6 preview of the Singapore Yachting Festival, click here.

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Paolo Vitelli Foundation transforming Asilo Picco nursery

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Paolo Vitelli Foundation transforming Asilo Picco Nursery

March 18, 2025
11:54 pm

Founded by Giovanna Vitelli in tribute to her late father, the Foundation has begun renovating Avigliana’s oldest kindergarten.

CGI of the renovated Asilo Picco, with a view of Avigliana Castle

The Paolo Vitelli Foundation has begun transforming the historic Asilo Picco into a modern nursery for children of Azimut employees and local children in Avigliana, a town and municipality west of Turin in northwest Italy. The renovation project is scheduled to be completed by the summer, with the new-look kindergarten ready to welcome children for the school year starting in September 2025.

Giovanna Vitelli, Chair of Azimut-Benetti Group, created the Paolo Vitelli Foundation in tribute to her late father, who founded Azimut in 1969 and acquired Benetti in 1985. For over 30 years, Azimut has had roots in the Avigliana area, where it has its headquarters and one of its main production sites.

Asilo Picco – which translates as ‘Kindergarten Peak’ – was founded in 1871 and is the oldest nursery school in Avigliana. Until a few weeks ago, Asilo Picco was at risk of closing due to the decrease in enrolments and the need for major renovation work.

However, a foundation stone was recently laid to mark the beginning of the project, which will transform the nursery into a modern educational centre for children from 3 months old to six years. Financed by the Paolo Vitelli Foundation, the work is being carried out in collaboration with the kindergarten and the Municipality of Avigliana.

The project includes complete renovation of the interiors, renewal of the furnishings and restyling of the garden, which overlooks the ancient Avigliana Castle. An educational garden will allow children to get closer to nature and learn to care for the ecosystem through the practical experience of growing and caring for plants.

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Ocean Marina Jomtien earns Platinum status

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Ocean Marina Jomtien earns Platinum status

March 18, 2025
11:44 pm

Southeast Asia’s biggest marina has been accredited as a Platinum 5 Gold Anchor Marina, Superyacht Ready Marina and International Clean Marina.

Ocean Marina Jomtien is now a Platinum 5 Gold Anchor and Clean Marina accredited marina

Ocean Marina Jomtien has become Thailand’s first Platinum 5 Gold Anchor Marina, the Marina Industries Association (MIA) announced. The accreditation will be formally presented to representatives of Southeast Asia’s largest marina at the Nautilus Marine Insurance Marina of the Year Awards in Sydney on May 6.

The global accreditation is the highest accolade awarded in the industry and is reserved for marinas “that offer their customers a comprehensive and unique marina experience by providing unparalleled boating facilities, tailored and personalised service, and an outstanding array of high-quality amenities”, the MIA stated.

Scott Finsten, Marina Manager at Ocean Marina Jomtien, said: “We have worked very hard for this, and I am so proud. This is a tremendous achievement for our team. We examined every one of the 86 criteria assessed and set about determining what we needed to do to meet the Platinum 5 Gold Anchor standard for each one.

Ocean Marina Jomtien is a gateway to the Gulf of Thailand

“It was a great way to analyse our operations, but importantly, it was a wonderful bonding experience for the team to work together to pursue this goal. It is wonderful for them all to share in this great achievement.”

Situated in Jomtien, south of Pattaya, Ocean Marina Jomtien has over 450 modern berths providing safe anchorage for yachts up to 75m. The Gold Anchor assessment includes an independent survey of berth holders, and the marina scored an impressive 97 per cent in this category.

Napong Paripontpochanapisuti, Managing Director of marina owner Ocean Property, said: “While we are very proud to be recognised for our facilities, we appreciate that it is our team who deliver what is most important, and that is a very high level of personalised service. We are very proud and grateful to them.”

The 450-berth marina is in Jomtien, south of Pattaya

As a favoured superyacht berthing destination, Ocean Marina Jomtien has also been accredited as a Superyacht Ready Marina – one of only four accredited in Asia. It was also recognised for its environmental commitment with an International Clean Marina accreditation, and has taken the Marine Sustainability Pledge.

As well as being a gateway to yachting in the Gulf of Thailand, Ocean Marina Jomtien offers a full range of maintenance facilities supported by onsite marine trades and service providers, as well as premium leisure facilities.

Andrew Chapman, MIA’s President, said: “In addition to its berthing and maintenance services, this impressive marina complex incorporates a full-service resort including a 76-room hotel, an array of food-and-beverage options, and high-quality leisure facilities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gymnasium, steam rooms and saunas.

“Business needs can even be taken care of on the go, with access to a full range of business services including meeting spaces.”

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Prestige M8 stars at Asia Yachting Boat Show

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Prestige M8 stars at Asia Yachting Boat Show

March 18, 2025
11:32 pm

Gold Coast Yacht & Country Club in Hong Kong will host a weekend show, which features motor and sailing yachts from six brands.

Prestige M8 in Hong Kong

Asia Yachting is staging a boat show at Gold Coast Yacht & Country Club on Castle Peak Road for the first time, with the dealer showcasing up to nine yachts, boats and tenders from March 22-23. The Asia Yachting Boat Show is open from 11am-6pm on both days, with visitors able to pre-register at: https://asiayachting.net/events/invitation-asia-yachting-boat-show-2025/

A new Prestige M8 is set to be among the stars of the weekend show in Tuen Mun, just months after the 65-footer made its Asia premiere at the Hong Kong International Boat Show in late 2024. The M8 is the flagship of the French builder’s M-Line of multihull motor yachts, which started with the M48 and will expand with the addition of the M7 this year.

Prestige X70 in Hong Kong

An exclusive dealer for Prestige, Asia Yachting will also show several pre-owned models by the French builder, including a Prestige X70 (2021), a Prestige 680 (2020) and a Prestige 520 (2022).

Pre-owned yachts from other leading European brands include an Azimut S6 (2023) and a Ferretti Yachts 650 (2015), as well as a Dufour 41 sailing yacht (2023). The provisional line-up is completed by an Oceania 45 WA motoryacht (2023) from Turkey, and an ABJet 350 XP by Italy’s AB Inflatables.

Azimut S6 in Hong Kong

“The Asia Yachting Boat Show at the Gold Coast Yacht & Country Club will showcase new and used boats for guests and yacht lovers to explore for the best deal this spring,” stated Asia Yachting, whose new yachts portfolio comprises Prestige, Fountaine Pajot, Nautique and AB Inflatables.

“A wide selection of luxury yachts will be on display. Whether you’re an adventurous sailor or a leisure motoryacht lover, you may just find what you want for the upcoming yacht season.”

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Damen Yachting launches third Yacht Support 53

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Damen Yachting launches third Yacht Support 53

March 18, 2025
10:38 pm

Following Bad Company Support 175 and Five Oceans, the third Yacht Support 53 has been launched in Turkey and is available for a summer delivery.

Damen Yachting has launched the third Yacht Support 53 at its build facility in Antalya, with final outfitting and sea trials to be held in the coming months. Available for a summer 2025 delivery, the 175ft, 499GT yacht has a top speed of 19 knots, a range of 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots, and accommodation for eight guests and 10 crew plus a captain.

Featuring naval architecture and exterior and interior design by Damen Yachting, the third YS53 features sharp, angular lines and is fronted by an axe bow design engineered to slice through waves and reduce vertical motion for a smoother ride. The high bow and pronounced spray rails keep the deck dry, ensuring safety and comfort while protecting sensitive equipment from salt water.

The forward-raked windows improve visibility in bad weather, increase useable space, and reduce heat and nighttime glare. The yacht has over 200sqm of deck space for water toys and tenders, and includes a 15-tonne crane and a reinforced deck for touch-and-go helicopter operations.

Pim Oostra, Damen Yachting Project Manager for YS 5303, said: “The launch really reflects the fact that this latest Yacht Support design is now coming into its own as a series. We are looking forward to the final build stages as we prepare everything ready for completion this summer.”

The Yacht Support 53 series started with Bad Company Support 175, the mothership of Anthony Hsieh’s fleet dedicated to deep-sea fishing and scientific programmes, and was followed by the blue-hulled Five Oceans, owned by Tommy Allen of Five Oceans Global Solutions. To date, Damen Yachting has delivered over 20 purpose-built support yachts.

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Lagoon 38 shines in Bordeaux

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Lagoon 38 shines in Bordeaux

March 18, 2025
10:07 pm

NBA champion Boris Diaw graced the private premiere of the brand’s new entry model, which will debut in public at the International Multihull Show.

A violinist kicked off the Lagoon 38 christening

Graced by a former NBA champion, a violinist and two dancers, the private premiere of the all-new Lagoon 38 sailing catamaran was a highlight of this year’s Lagoon Exclusive Days in Bordeaux from March 12-15.

Held by the Garonne river at Beneteau Group’s Construction Navale Bordeaux shipyard, dedicated to Lagoon’s 50ft-plus catamarans, the Lagoon Exclusive Days attracted over 500 guests, with clients, prospects and dealers coming from around the world.

A dancer joins the entertainment

Yacht Style attended the four-day event, which included representatives of Lagoon Asia-Pacific and dealer Asiamarine from Hong Kong, while the Europa Yachts and Tam Son Yachting dealerships attended from the Philippines and Vietnam respectively.

Displayed on land beside the new Iconic versions of the Lagoon 46 and 51, the Lagoon 38 is the new entry model for the world’s leading builder of cruising catamarans, with more than 7,300 yachts built since 1984.

An aerial silk acrobat

With the sun setting, a violinist performed in front of and then on the boat, where she was joined by a balletic dancer. Another performer then appeared from a deck hatch and went on to steal with the show with an acrobatic display using two aerial silks dangling from the forestay.

Boris Diaw – who played basketball in the NBA for 14 years and won the 2014 title with the San Antonio Spurs – graced the Lagoon 38’s private premiere as the ‘godfather’ of the boat, popping champagne. The 6ft 8in Diaw, who owns hull three of the Lagoon Seventy 7, then joined Lagoon Brand Director Thomas Gailly in encouraging the audience to ‘Always Dream Big’.

Boris Diaw and Lagoon Brand Director Thomas Gailly

A successor of the former Lagoon 380, which sold about 900 units, the Lagoon 38 has been inspired by the new Lagoon 43 that debuted last year, with the new model also featuring naval architecture by VPLP Design, exterior design by Patrick Le Quement and interiors by Italy’s Nauta Design.

The 37ft 4in hull has an almost 22ft beam, a 4ft-plus draught and an air draught of over 60ft. The rig includes a sail area of 836sqft, comprising a 600sqft square-top mainsail and 236sqft self-tacking jib, with the option of a Code 0 (581sqft). Extended transoms enable easy boarding and can be used for easy access to the water as well as a jumping and diving platform.

A large crowd gathered for the event

On deck, the ‘In & Out’ design concept from the Lagoon 43 is replicated. As well as an aft sofa, the covered cockpit features a flexible dining area to port that can be adjoined to the indoor dining area once the sliding doors are open, creating an elongated social area for a dozen or so people.

The coachroof includes the helm station to starboard, situated opposite integrated solar panels – capable of delivering up to 1,420W – and a forward sunpad to port. A C-shaped sunpad on the foredeck is among other outdoor areas.

Like the Lagoon 43, the Lagoon 38 offers either a symmetrical four-cabin layout or a three-cabin design led by a full-length master suite in the port hull, with the bed situated forward and a bathroom with separate shower aft.

The CNB shipyard is by the Garonne

The structure of the deck and hulls of the CE-A catamaran is created by vacuum-infusion moulding, a process ensuring lighter weight, a higher quality of composite, and reduced environmental impact by the shipyard.

All-natural hemp fibre has been used instead of fiberglass on non-structural pieces, while Lagoon’s advances in bio-sourced resins and vegetal fibres are also visible. Woodwork comes from FSC-certified forests, and recycled materials are used for the standard upholstery.

As well as fuel capacity of 400 litres, the yacht can store between 300-500 litres of fresh water, while the UVOJI water purification system is installed as standard.

Thomas Gailly addresses guests at the Lagoon Exclusive Days

The world premiere of the Lagoon 38 will be held at this year’s International Multihull Show in La Grande Motte on the south coast of France from April 23-27.

Lagoon Exclusive Days guests were also able to see inside the CNB shipyard and view the progress of the brand’s upcoming flagships, the Lagoon Eighty 2 (sail) and Eighty 3 (motor), which are set to debut at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (September 9-13) and the 2026 Miami International Boat Show (February 11-15) respectively.

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Aquitalia 68 Legend for charter in Singapore

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Aquitalia 68 Legend for charter in Singapore

March 13, 2025
4:30 pm

Available for charter through Zenith Yacht Charters, the first Aquitalia 68 with a Pulina-designed interior will again participate at the Singapore Yachting Festival.

Legend, a customised Aquitalia 68 FB (click for Review), is available for charter in Singapore through Zenith Yacht Charters, having been customised and brought to Southeast Asia through the shipyard’s dealer, Raffles Yacht.

Built by Yihong Yachts in Xiamen, China, Legend is the first Aquitalia 68 model to feature an interior by Pulina Exclusive Interiors, the Pisa-based studio founded by Alessandro Pulina with an Asia office in Shanghai.

“The Aquitalia 68 FB is a high-end line yacht with dynamic design, extraordinary craftsmanship, excellent quality and high-end configuration,” Raffles Yacht stated.

One of Aquitalia’s best-selling models, the Aquitalia 68 FB is a 68ft flybridge motoryacht with an expansive 20ft beam. The pet-friendly Legend offers large entertaining spaces in the aft cockpit, flybridge and saloon, making it ideal for hosting exclusive parties for families, friends and business partners.

The huge sunbeds on the large flybridge offer relaxed lounging areas with panoramic view of the surroundings, while the foredeck also has sun loungers and plenty of seating.

Inside, the spacious saloon has a TV and sound system, and is ideal for meetings, product launches and intimate celebrations. The yacht also has a full galley with fridge and oven, a barbecue, plus three cabins and three bathrooms on the lower deck.

Water toys include a paddleboard, kayak and floaties, while options include a jetski, hoverboard and Seabobs. Each charter includes a private two-way limousine transfer and a dedicated butler(s) “to ensure guests experience the best hospitality that Legend offers”.

Legend arrived in Singapore last year, ahead of its regional premiere at the 2024 Singapore Yachting Festival in ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. This year, the yacht will again participate at the Singapore Yachting Festival from April 10-13 and will be berthed at J02, offering late-afternoon cruises for clients and prospects each day.

For charter enquiries, WhatsApp +65 9887-7761 or email info@zenithyachtcharters.com.sg

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Sanya taking shape at Pacific High shipyard

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Sanya taking shape at Pacific High shipyard

March 13, 2025
1:04 pm

Designed for honeymooners and small families, the 36m phinisi is on track to start chartering in Indonesia in August.

In build in Sulawesi, Sanya is scheduled to start chartering in August

Sanya’s construction at the Pacific High shipyard in Sulawesi remains on schedule for completion in July and for the 36m phinisi to begin chartering in August. A larger ‘sistership’ to the 31m Senja, Sanya is being built for Alur Biru Maritim and builds upon the success of her predecessor with increased length, enhanced guest accommodation and a striking navy-blue hull.

Matthieu Lavoine, CEO of Alur Biru Maritim, said: “We chose Pacific High because of their proven expertise in yacht construction, bespoke yacht design and charter management. After experiencing Senja privately, we knew Pacific High was the ideal partner to realise our vision.

“This marks the beginning of a long-term partnership between PT Alur Biru Maritim and Pacific High, with additional yacht projects and collaborative developments already planned for the future.”

The 36m Sanya (CGI above) is an evolution of the 31m Senja

Purpose-built for honeymooners and small families, Sanya can comfortably accommodate up to five guests.

The master suite, a highlight of Sanya’s design, offers a 270-degree ocean view, king-sized bed and a convertible sofa ideal for a child, as well as a private terrace with lounge seating, dining area, large daybed and direct sea access. A lower-deck double cabin provides additional guest accommodation in a well-appointed private setting.

Common areas include an expansive foredeck featuring alfresco dining for five and multiple lounge areas, while the top-deck cocoon sunbed – among Senja’s most popular features – provides a secluded retreat.

CGI of the stunning master suite on Sanya

While Sanya retains Senja’s overall aesthetic and layout, the increased length allows for a larger engine room, expanded storage capacity and improved crew quarters, which can accommodate 11 staff including a dedicated cruise director and dive master.

With a focus on tailor-made adventures and personalised service, Sanya will offer comprehensive diving experiences with Nitrox capabilities, allowing guests to earn PADI certification during charters.

Yann Martinie de Maisonneuve, Pacific High’s co-founder and Executive Chairman, said: “Sanya is shaping up to be an exceptional evolution of Senja. While the physical layout remains familiar, the real transformation happens behind the scenes, with enhanced space, efficiency and crew accommodation.

“We’re committed to ensuring Sanya not only meets but surpasses the expectations of our charter guests, offering the perfect balance between exclusivity, privacy and adventure.”

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