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Swan 88 hybrid yacht launched in Finland

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Swan 88 hybrid yacht launched in Finland

April 26, 2024
1:20 pm

Developed with Torqeedo, the first Swan 88 splashed in Pietarsaari, with the model scheduled to debut at Cannes in September.

Nautor Swan has launched the Swan 88, the Finnish shipyard’s first yacht to feature hybrid electric propulsion, which was developed in collaboration with Torqeedo. Featuring an overall length of 26.54m and a beam of 6.79m (22ft 3in), the performance superyacht was moved out of her shed at the Boatbuilding Technology Centre and craned into the water at the House of Swan in Pietarsaari.

Giovanni Pomati, Nautor Group’s CEO, said: “The Swan 88 marks an important milestone for the shipyard’s production. It’s the first hybrid propulsion yacht, which has seen a constant collaboration with Torqeedo and has contributed to the study and development of the same features across the entire range, not just maxi yachts.

“This important new model represents Swan’s 360-degree essence, the DNA that for 58 years has made our boats recognisable worldwide, and we’re very proud of it.”

The hull and deck are full carbon-fibre epoxy construction, utilising the benefits of Sprint® lamination technology together with the yard’s proprietary advanced carbon mould technology.

The Swan 88 was designed by the shipyard’s regular collaborators: German Frers for naval architecture, Misa Poggi for interior design, and Lucio Micheletti of Micheletti + Partners for exterior styling.

The new model’s innovations include the shape of the coachroof, “inspired by the wind with the essential and dynamic lines enhanced”, as well as a transom featuring a ‘beach club’ swim platform. The natural light flooding in from the atrium-style companionway as well as the coachroof and hull windows provide bright interiors.

Despite its LOA, the performance maxi satisfies the sub-24m load line rule for compliance to the light MCA charter regulations, giving owners the opportunity to earn charter income while reducing running and management costs. The appendages dedicated to cruising are a moderate draught fin T-keel of 4m and twin rudders, which reduce draught and increase safety and balance.

Joining the 98, 100, 108, 120 and 128 in the Swan Maxi line, the Swan 88 will make her worldwide debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 10-15 before appearing at the superyacht-focused Monaco Yacht Show from September 25-28. Swan recently appointed Simpson Marine as its exclusive agent for Asia.

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Winning night at Yacht Style Awards 2024 in Singapore

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Winning night at Yacht Style Awards 2024 in Singapore

April 25, 2024
2:03 pm

Yachting leaders take the stage as ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove hosts a successful gala dinner ahead of Singapore Yachting Festival.

The stunning Constellation Ballroom at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove in Singapore hosted leading luxury yacht brands from around the world for the 2024 edition of the YACHT STYLE Awards. Many of Asia’s leading luxury yachting companies and the world’s top shipyards were among winners lifting a trophy during a vibrant evening.

Gael Burlot, CEO and Publisher of Yacht Style, organiser of the Awards, said: “Yacht Style Awards is about innovation, design, build quality, sustainability, owner experience, personal achievements and a focus on the extended Asia market, from Dubai to Australia, Hong Kong to Indonesia.

“We had an impressive guest list from around Asia and beyond, with many CEOs of leading European and Asian shipyards and global brokerage houses, and yacht owners in attendance. There was a really high standard of nominees for each award, and we had 30 deserving winners, although competition was really close in many categories.

“A special thanks to the Sponsors of the lavish gala dinner including Porsche, Maison 21G Paris, Bliss, Soaring Swallow Japanese and SUTL who made this event truly memorable.”

WINNERS: YACHT STYLE AWARDS 2024

Motor Yacht Under 13m: Beneteau Antares 12

Motor Yacht 13-15m: Galeon 440 Fly

Motor Yacht 15-18m: Absolute 52 Fly

Motor Yacht 18-21m: Azimut Magellano 60

Motor Yacht 21-24m: Wally wallywhy150

Sport Yacht 21-24m: Princess S72

Motor Yacht 24-27m: Ferretti Yachts Infynito 90

Motor Yacht 27-30m: Sunseeker Ocean 182

Motor Yacht 30-40m: Sanlorenzo SX100

Power Catamaran Under 15m: Aquila 42 Yacht

Power Catamaran Above 15m: Prestige M8

Production Sailing Catamaran: Fountaine Pajot Thira 80

Production Sailing Yacht: Jeanneau Yachts 55

Most Active Global Catamaran Group: Travelopia (Leopard Catamarans / Sunsail / The Moorings)

Superyachts 40-60m: Benetti B.Now 50M

Superyachts 60-80m: Damen Yachting-Amels 60 + 80 Limited Editions New Wave

Superyachts over 80m: Lürssen 90m Norn

Best Builder in Asia: Gulf Craft

Best Dealer in Asia: Simpson Marine

Rising Dealer in Asia: The Yacht Sales Co

Best Global Brokerage in Asia: Camper & Nicholsons

Best Global Charter Company in Asia: Fraser

Best Asia-Based Charter Company: Asia Global Yachting

Best Marina in Asia: ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore

Best New Marina in Asia: Lantau Yacht Club, Hong Kong

Best Yacht Club in Asia: Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club

Best Sailing Event in Asia: Rolex China Sea Race

Sustainability Leader in Asia: Francis Lapp, Founder and CEO, Sunreef Yachts

Sustainability Organisation: The International SeaKeepers Society, Asia

Lifetime Achievement Award: Mike Simpson, Founder, Simpson Marine

Note 1: For photos, download from: https://mbf.co/B2UYsL

Note 2: For YACHT STYLE Awards 2024 nominees, click: YACHT STYLE Awards 2024 nominees

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Sunseeker to debut Predator 55 at Cannes

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Sunseeker to debut Predator 55 at Cannes

April 25, 2024
12:37 am

The upcoming model will celebrate 30 years since Sunseeker launched the iconic Predator series of cruisers.

Sunseeker is scheduled to stage the world premiere of the Predator 55 at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (September 10-15), with the CE Category A yacht based on the same hull as the open Superhawk 55 that debuted at Boot Dusseldorf last year.

The Predator 55 is expected to reach up to 36 knots with twin 725hp Volvo Penta’s D11-IPS950 engines. Additional Volvo Penta technology can include Active Ride Control, Dynamic Positioning System and Joystick Docking, while Garmin Surround View offers 360-degree visibility during docking from six cameras around the hull. A gyro option can mitigate rolling at anchor.

Featuring an overall length of 56ft and a 16ft beam, the Predator 55 has a low profile due to a sloping hard top, while a single-piece, UV-tinted windshield offers excellent visibility for the raised twin-seat helm station. Above the helm, the fully retractable carbon-fibre sunroof – measuring 2.5m by 3m – is imbued with the same pre-impregnated lamination technology used in Formula One.

Aft, the integrated tender garage can house a Williams TurboJet 325. The hydraulic bathing platform lowers to reveal the tender launch-and-recovery system, while the aft sunpad can lift to release the stowed tender.

Forward of the sunpad is a wide, forward-facing sofa. The cockpit also has L-shaped seating to port, a fixed rise-and-fall expandable table, and a wet bar to starboard. The aft saloon doors can all be slid to either side, linking the cockpit and saloon to create a large indoor-out environment.

The foredeck is accessed by broad side decks and has a sofa facing a lifting sunpad with integrated stowage. A carbon-fibre sail canopy offers sun protection.

The Predator 55 is the first yacht to feature an all-new interior collection by Sunseeker and Design Unlimited, offering owners a flexible colour scheme and materials palette. The saloon includes a C-shaped sofa to port and an open galley and a TV on a pivoting bracket to starboard, while layout options include a starboard sofa and rise-and-fall TV instead of the galley.

On the lower deck, layout options for the starboard side include a lower galley, dinette or twin guest cabin with en-suite bathroom.

The owner’s cabin is full-beam midships and has an en-suite bathroom and wardrobe either side of the entrance hallway. The large double bed sits centrally and is flanked by a sideboard to port and either another sideboard or optional breakfast seating to starboard.

The VIP cabin forward has an en-suite and plenty of storage, and offers good headroom, like in the master. Advanced tropical-specification air-conditioning can provide cooling comfort even in 40-degree heat and 90-plus per cent humidity.

The Predator 55 joins the 65, 74 XPS and 75 in the current Predator series. The new model marks 30 years since the British builder launched the iconic series with the Predator 63 in 1994, followed by the likes of the Predator 80 two years later and Predator 58 and 54 in the late 1990s. Sunseeker then introduced 29 new Predators and variants between 2001 and 2023.

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Wim van der Valk retires

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Wim van der Valk retires

April 24, 2024
11:47 pm

The retirement of the Van der Valk founder has been followed by a management buyout of the Dutch superyacht builder.

Wim van der Valk founded the shipyard in 1967

Wim van der Valk marked his 79th birthday in April by officially confirming his retirement, having been at the helm of the shipyard that bears his family name since its foundation in 1967. The Van der Valk shipyard is working on its largest superyacht to date and has a full order book stretching well into 2026.

Following his retirement, the founder’s shares have been acquired in a management buyout financially supported by a family of experienced yacht owners who have previously commissioned three custom superyachts – LeVen, Edge and Lady Lene – from the Van der Valk shipyard.

The management team of Enrico Theuns, Bram Kooltjes and Yoeri Bijker can leverage on decades of combined experience in the high-end yachting industry and will continue to enjoy the ongoing support of Wim van der Valk as the shipyard’s ‘President Emeritus’ and an advisor to the board.

Enrico Theuns, Bram Kooltjes and Yoeri Bijker

“The significant capital investment will enable Van der Valk to continue growing our unique niche in the market for bespoke yachts between 25-45m,” said Bijker, the shipyard’s Head of Sales.

“Having built several award-winning yachts with us, the new primary shareholders fully understand our yard’s ethos and are committed to ensuring Van der Valk retains its Dutch structure, heritage and quality. We have a solid financial future as an independent entity with various options available for further expansion. Wim’s unrivalled legacy could not be in safer hands.”

Van der Valk has firmly established itself as one of the only yards with the capacity and flexibility to build all-custom superyachts up to 45m. It has over 9,000sqm of state-of-the-art facilities at its location in Waalwijk, where it opened its seventh construction hall last November.

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Swan appoints Simpson Marine for Asia

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Swan appoints Simpson Marine for Asia

April 24, 2024
11:47 am

As it celebrates its 40th anniversary, Asia’s largest yacht dealer has begun its new era by welcoming Nautor Swan to a new-look portfolio.

Swan 108

Simpson Marine has begun its new era under Sanlorenzo ownership as the exclusive Asia representative of Nautor Swan, arguably the world’s most iconic luxury sailing brand. The new sales portfolio for Asia’s largest yacht dealership now includes Sanlorenzo, Bluegame, Fairline and Swan across the region.

Olivier Decamps, Nautor Swan’s Asia-Pacific Regional Director, said: “The strong network, the key locations and the highly qualified sales and service teams of Simpson Marine will bring the best opportunities to develop the Nautor Swan brand in established and upcoming markets in Asia.”

Richard Allen, COO, Simpson Marine

Richard Allen, Simpson Marine’s COO, added: “This notable addition to our portfolio consolidates our presence in the high-end yachting market segment, offering our customers a range of yachts sharing the same principles of the highest craftsmanship and artisan approach. The combination of these brands under the same roof will create a unique motor and sailing yacht company, enhancing our positioning as the most trusted luxury yachting company in the region.”

Founded in Finland in 1966, Swan has been owned since 1998 by Leonardo Ferragamo, Chairman of Salvatore Ferragamo Group, who owns and races Swan yachts, and still represents the brand at races, boat show and owner events throughout the year.

Nautor Swan’s facility in Pietarsaari, Finland

The brand produces three sailing series – Swan Yachts (48-80), Maxi Swan Yachts (88-128) and racing-focused ClubSwan Yachts (28-125) – and has a new power boats division featuring the 42ft Swan Shadow and Overshadow sister boats and the upcoming 76ft Arrow.

ClubSwan is a virtual yacht club that organises series of one-design and brand racing events around the world, while Nautor Swan has brokerage and charter divisions, with Nautor Swan Global Service offering support around the world.

Rolex Swan Cup

Simpson Marine will help expand the global service network and “promises exciting opportunities for yachting enthusiasts across Asia with plans for a circuit of regattas that reflect the shipyard’s activations in the core European markets”.

Barry Ashmore, Nautor Swan’s CCO, said: “The world’s most discerning sailors have always held Nautor Swan in high regard. Our brand values – performance, quality, elegance, reliability and innovative design – are appreciated worldwide. Owning a Swan is not just about sailing; it’s about passion, connecting with nature, adventure and absolute freedom.”

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Northrop & Johnson Asia-Pacific expands footprint

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Northrop & Johnson Asia-Pacific expands footprint

April 23, 2024
10:33 pm

The international brokerage has grown its Asia-Pacific team beyond its regional hub in Thailand, adding brokers and offices in East Asia.

Northrop & Johnson has expanded its Asia-Pacific presence by adding offices in Hong Kong and Taiwan, as the superyacht services company “solidifies its commitment to serving clients across the APAC sector”.

Based in the regional headquarters in Phuket, Joshua Lee is CEO of Northrop & Johnson Asia-Pacific, which has notably enlarged its team by appointing Yacht Brokers Nicole van der Wall in Phuket, Jeffrey Chan and Michael Bognier in Hong Kong, and Simon Chung in Taiwan.

“We’ve recently welcomed four talented brokers to our team in the Asian region, where we foresee long-term sustained growth,” Lee said. “Their addition strengthens our capabilities and allows us to provide comprehensive services to our clients.”

In addition to the brokerage team expansion, Northrop & Johnson has appointed Kay Monney to bolster the charter team in Phuket, where Lies Sol is a Charter Broker. Monney has extensive experience and local knowledge in the charter market.

“We believe these strategic additions to our sales and charter departments will not only broaden our coverage for yacht owners and charterers but also expand our footprint in this crucial market,” Lee added.

Lee founded Lee Marine in 1997, since when he has been supported by General Manager Martin Holmes. The dealership acquired the regional licence for Northrop & Johnson in 2018, while both Lee Marine and Northrop & Johnson Asia-Pacific were acquired by Hong Kong-based NextWave Yachting in 2023, which has helped lead to the expansion of the global brokerage house in the region.

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Prestige M48 proving popular in Asia-Pacific

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Prestige M48 proving popular in Asia-Pacific

April 18, 2024
4:19 pm

Asia Yachting has announced multiple sales of the French builder’s first multihull motor yacht, which makes its Asia-Pacific debut in May.

Jordi Esteve, Vinci Cheung and Brian Leung

Asia Yachting has secured three sales of the Prestige M48, whose world premiere in 2022 marked the French builder’s entry into the multihull motor yacht sector. The exclusive Hong Kong dealer for Prestige, Asia Yachting announced that the three sales have been made in the past year, further good news after Groupe Beneteau announced a record-breaking financial year in 2023.

Brokers Jordi Esteve, Vinci Cheung and Brian Leung have each sold a unit of the Prestige M48, reviewed by YACHT STYLE in Issue 71. One of the clients is buying a multihull motor yacht for the first time and was impressed by the 48-footer with a near-20ft beam and full-beam accommodation on the lower deck, the result of innovative naval architecture.

Prestige M48

“The owners were especially impressed with the M48’s slender yet towering design,” Asia Yachting stated. “Her sleek and elegant aesthetics blend very well with the practical layout and multiple social spaces, catering to the needs of their family and friends.”

The M48 debuted at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival and was joined the following year by the M8, the 65ft flagship of the M-Line. The new multihull series followed the X-Line (X60, X70) as a major new series for Prestige, which built its reputation on its F-Line flybridge and S-Line sportbridge models.

Prestige M48

Tanguy Tertrais, Prestige’s Asia-Pacific Sales Director, said: “We’re thrilled to see our first multihull motor yacht model becoming the new favourite of yacht lovers in Asian markets, with Hong Kong being one of the most important markets in Asia-Pacific.

“The comfort, stability and volume offered by multihulls are some of the reasons Groupe Beneteau recorded such strong growth in its ‘Real Estate on the Water’ segment last year, boosted by the sales of the M48 across the Asia-Pacific region.”

Prestige M48

The Prestige M48 is set to make its Asia-Pacific debut at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (May 23-26) in Australia, where it’s also scheduled to display at the Sydney International Boat Show (August 1-4).

The M48 is also set to appear at the Prestige Exclusive Days in Japan from July 13-14 before making its Hong Kong debut later in the year.

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Palma show kicking off Med season

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Palma show kicking off Med season

April 18, 2024
3:57 pm

Founded in 1984, the Palma International Boat Show in Spain is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.

The 45m Forever

Camper & Nicholsons is planning to display five superyachts at this year’s Palma International Boat Show, which will be held in Mallorca from April 25-28, overlapping with the Singapore Yachting Festival. In the Varadero area, Camper & Nicholsons will show Borkumriff IV, the 51m Royal Huisman sailing yacht, with two Italy-built motor yachts, the 45m Logica Forever and 35m Benetti Sea Belle.

In the Moll Vell area, the brokerage house will display Merrymaid, the 34m sailing yacht launched by Camper & Nicholsons in 1904, and the 23m Silver Cavalier, built in mahogany by James A Silver and launched in 1966. Yachts in the surrounding area include the 35m Admiral Cinquanta-50 and Silvertip, the 34m sailing yacht by Yachting Developments.

Sanlorenzo SP110

Sanlorenzo is showing an SP110 smart-performance coupe and an SD96 from its semi-displacement series in Marina Moll Vell, where the Italian shipyard’s sister brand, Bluegame, is displaying its BGX63 and BG54.

Arcadia Yachts is showcasing the sixth unit of Sherpa 80, with the Italian builder stating that the Balearic Islands have always been a thriving market for the brand. The model includes extensive use of solar panels and is fitted with the Volvo Penta IPS propulsion system, which helps reduce fuel consumption.

Arcadia Sherpa 80

Ugo Pellegrino, Arcadia’s founder and CEO, said: “Arcadia yachts are appreciated all over the world and particularly in the Mediterranean, the area that embodies the shipyard’s approach. In 2016 we first took part in the Palma International Boat Show, which is an important event for the entire industry, marking the start of the yachting season in the Med and attracting over 30,000 visitors every year.”

Sunseeker’s display is headed by the Ocean 182 – the 182GT enclosed-flybridge version of the Ocean 90 – while the British builder will also show a Superhawk 55 and Manhattan 55.

Sunseeker Ocean 182

Sean Robertson, Sunseeker’s Sales and Marketing Director, said: “Sunseeker and Mallorca are almost synonymous with one another. Enter any marina, and you will see a fleet of new and classic Sunseeker yachts. Our presence in this region is unmatched and continues to be a world-leading destination for boating. The Palma International Boat Show is an unmissable event in incredible surroundings.”

Pearl Yachts, in partnership with long-time Spanish distributor Mallorca Marine Group, will show all three of its current models, the Pearl 62, Pearl 72 and flagship Pearl 95, which will be complemented this summer by the Pearl 82, the British brand’s newest project.

Pearl 72

Iain Smallridge, Pearl’s Managing Director, said: “Our participation in the Palma International Boat Show with Mallorca Marine Group marks a significant moment for Pearl Yachts. It reflects our ongoing dedication to pushing the boundaries of luxury yachting and our commitment to excellence. Each model we display is a representation of our ethos: to build few, but to build extraordinary.”

Prestige, represented by Ancasta, will show four yachts from three ranges, including the F4 flybridge that debuted last year. The French-owned builder will display its two M-Line multihull models, the M48 and the flagship M8 (65ft) that debuted last year, as well as the X60 from its X-Line. From Poland, Sunreef will show a Sunreef 70 sailing catamaran, Stylia.

Sunreef 70, Stylia

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Singapore Yachting Festival set for bigger second edition

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Singapore Yachting Festival set for bigger second edition

April 18, 2024
3:28 pm

Headlined by superyachts up to 56m, this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival features Asia premieres from the likes of Sanlorenzo, Bluegame, Azimut, Wally, Fairline, Leopard, Jeanneau and Saxdor.

Galileo

Perini Navi’s 183ft Galileo, Sanlorenzo SD118 and the first HH88 sailing catamaran are exciting additions to the line-up for the second Singapore Yachting Festival at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from April 25-28. Organisers stated that all booths and berths are ‘fully subscribed’, with over 70 yachts expected along with water toys, in-water demos, sea trials, speedboat rides and supercars.

The four-day show will be preceded by the ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference (April 23-24) and Wednesday evening’s YACHT STYLE Awards (April 24), with both events also held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove.

Show tickets are available online and priced S$54.50 nett for a single-day pass and S$81.75 nett for a multi-day pass, while a two-day conference pass costs S$218 nett.

Bluegame BG42 and BGX73

As well as an increase in yachts on the water, a notable addition to this year’s show is the on-land Lifestyle Festival Market featuring pop-up F&B stalls and family-friendly carnival games, while live music and roving entertainment will keep visitors entertained on and off the pontoons.

The show’s largest yacht will be the 55.7m Galileo, a steel and aluminium expedition yacht built by Perini Navi, exhibited by IYC and available for charter in the Maldives and Southeast Asia. The show will include several other superyachts including the 40m Silentworld charter yacht exhibited by Iseo Yachting and the 36m Azimut Hye Seas 2 by ONE°15 Charters Luxury Yachting.

Sanlorenzo SD118

Simpson Marine’s line-up includes the Asia debut of the SD118 – the flagship of Sanlorenzo’s semi-displacement range – as well as its SL96A and SX88 superyachts. Asia’s largest yacht dealer is also staging the regional premiere of Bluegame’s flagship BGX73, Southeast Asia debut of the BG42 and Asia first for Fairline’s two-balcony Squadron 58, which had its world premiere last September.

Wally’s 89ft wallywhy200 ‘spaceship’ and the wallypower58 both have Asia-Pacific premieres, while Ferretti Group Asia-Pacific and dealer Hong Seh Yachting will also show a Ferretti Yachts 780 and stage the Singapore debut of the Rivamare, the elegant 39-footer from Riva’s Open line.

Wally’s wallywhy200

Princess’s flagship X95 and Y95 will appear at a boat show together for the first time, while the British builder’s X80, F55 and F45 will also be shown by its Southeast Asia representative, Boat Lagoon Yachting. The multi-brand dealer will also stage the Asia premiere of Jeanneau’s Merry Fisher 1295 and the French builder’s Cap Camarat 7.5 Centre Console.

The Asia premiere of the Magellano 60 is a highlight of an Azimut display including a Fly 78 and a Fly 53, while Absolute’s new 56 Fly will be displayed by local dealer FP Autosports. Sunseeker plans to show a Manhattan 52 and potentially a 76 Yacht, while Aquitalia Yachts will make its Singapore debut with the Aquitalia 68 following the appointment of Raffles Yacht as its regional representative.

Azimut Magellano 60

Regional dealer Asiamarine will show a Galeon 400 Fly and a Nimbus T11. Derani Yachts is set to show the Singapore debuts of the Axopar 45 XC Cross Cabin and Greenline 40 Hybrid, as well as Axopar’s 37 XC Cross Cabin, while Asia’s first Brabus Shadow 1000 is set to arrive after the show.

Saxdor’s new Asia-Pacific dealer, DCH Marine, will publicise its appointment with the Asia debut of the brand’s flagship 400 GTO along with a 270 GTO. The Candela C-8 electric hydrofoil from Sweden has its Asia premiere, while other highlights include Southeast Asia debuts for De Antonio’s D50 from Spain and Parker’s Monaco 110 (37ft) from Poland, plus the UX Spin (19ft) by South Africa’s UX Marine.

Leopard 40, 46 and 53 Powercats

Leopard will have a spectacular five-model line-up. Built by Robertson and Caine in Cape Town, the models comprise the Leopard 42 and 50 sailing catamarans, and the brand’s full fleet of powercats, from the 40 PC – making its Asia debut – and 46 PC to the flagship 53 PC, which recently topped 100 units delivered across the world.

Marine Italia, a multi-market Azimut dealer, will exhibit an Aquila 32 Sport following the company’s new representation of the powercat brand in Singapore and Hong Kong.

Aquila 32 Sport

Fountaine Pajot’s MY6 powercat (46ft) will be shown in collaboration with The Yacht Sales Co, while other power catamarans include the 48ft Lynx built by Australia’s Outlaw Boats and represented by Malaysia-based Lynx Adventures Asia.

HH Catamarans will stage the world premiere of its flagship HH88, designed by Morelli and Melvin, and the show’s large sailing catamaran. Built in carbon-fibre and finished in materials including hardwood and exotic stone, the yacht features an enclosed flybridge, a hot tub and jetski launch.

Dufour 61

The Yacht Sales Co is also showing Dufour’s flagship 61 and 41 as the latter makes its Southeast Asia debut following displays at shows in Hong Kong in December and Japan in March, while other sailing monohulls include a Hanse 460 displayed by SEA Yacht Sales.

An eye-catching addition set to generate a lot of attention is the 10-seat AirFish 8 wing-in-ground craft, which flies just above the surface of the water and has been developed by ST Engineering AirX, adhering to International Maritime Organization (IMO) guidelines.

AirFish 8. Photo: ST Engineering

Each day, the supercar parade takes place from 3-6pm, with highlights including The ExotiCar Club on April 25, Porsche on April 26, Lamborghini on April 27 and Ferrari on April 28. In addition, Aston Martin Singapore will display the DB12 Volante, DBX707 and DB12 Coupe throughout the show.

The Singapore Yachting Festival is organised by ONE°15 Events Management – an SUTL Enterprise subsidiary – in collaboration with SG Marine Guide owned by Wade Pearce.

ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove

Arthur Tay, SUTL Enterprise’s CEO and Executive Director (Leader, Issue 76), said: “The Singapore Yachting Festival serves as a cornerstone in revolutionising the luxurious yachting lifestyle. It symbolises ONE°15’s commitment to curating the absolute best of yachting innovation and unique lifestyle experiences in Singapore. With SYF, our mission is to ignite a fervent passion for yachting, elevating it into a lifestyle embraced by discerning and aspirational individuals.”

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Wanda reportedly selling Sunseeker to Lionheart Capital

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Wanda reportedly selling Sunseeker to Lionheart Capital

April 18, 2024
2:53 pm

The Chinese conglomerate has reportedly agreed to sell the British yacht builder to the US investment firm, according to multiple reports.

Sunseeker 88 Yacht

Wanda Group, majority owner of Sunseeker International since 2013, has agreed to sell the Poole-based yacht builder to Miami-based investment firm Lionheart Capital, according to Bloomberg.

The news agency stated that, “according to people with knowledge of the matter”, Wanda Group and Lionheart had signed a sale-and-purchase agreement. The transaction could close as early as May, depending upon British regulatory approval.

Sunseeker has declined to comment on the situation. Last year, Sunseeker CEO Andrea Frabetti announced that the yacht builder had a retail forward order value of £625 million, signalling a continued recovery following a downturn in 2020 due to the pandemic.

Lionheart, led by founder and CEO Ophir Sternberg, has backed companies including restaurant chain BurgerFi International, reimbursement specialist MSP Recovery and technology company SMX (Security Matters). In 2021, the firm was part of a group that bought US powerboat maker Cigarette Racing, which recently launched its Middle East operation.

In 2013, Wanda Group, China’s largest shopping centre operator, reportedly acquired nearly 92 per cent of Sunseeker for £320 million. However, the conglomerate has increasingly come under pressure after borrowing costs surged and Beijing cracked down on the property sector, Bloomberg reported.

In early December 2023, Wanda Group was divesting core businesses, including its commercial facility management and movie divisions, to avoid bankruptcy. In January of this year, the Group were selling assets such as the 193-room Shanghai Wanda Reign luxury hotel, situated in Shanghai’s famed Bund district.

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Leopard 53 Powercat reaches century landmark

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Leopard 53 Powercat reaches century landmark

April 18, 2024
2:38 pm

Among Leopard’s five models lined up for the second Singapore Yachting Festival, the brand’s flagship power catamaran has reached the 100-unit mark.

Leopard Catamarans has announced the delivery of the 100^th unit of the Leopard 53 Powercat, a model that had its world premiere at the 2020 Miami International Boat Show. Founded in 1997, Leopard is one of the world’s leading builder of pleasure powercats, as well as sailing cats, with all its models built by Robertson and Caine in Cape Town, South Africa.

Franck Bauguil, Leopard’s Vice-President Yacht Ownership & Product Development, said: “We’re thrilled to celebrate the delivery of our 100th Leopard 53 Powercat. This shows the recognition from the motor yacht market of the advantages of a catamaran – more space, more stability for a lot less fuel consumption.

“The Leopard 53 Power catamaran offers exceptional value, simplicity, ease of maintenance and awesome modern design, making it the number one choice in this category for customers around the world.”

Since the launch of its first power catamaran in 2002, the company has been at the forefront of the sector, developing nine models in cooperation with sister charter company The Moorings and Robertson and Caine, and delivering over 700 powercats over the past 22 years under both the Leopard and The Moorings brands.

Leopard’s current range of power catamarans comprises the 53 Powercat, with 100 units delivered since 2020, the 46 Powercat, with 65 units delivered since 2022, and the 40 Powercat, with 25 units delivered since debuting in 2023. All three powercats, along with the Leopard 42 and 50 sailing cats, will be shown at the second Singapore Yachting Festival from April 25-28.

“We take pride in our ability to consistently deliver world-class power catamarans that offer unparalleled performance, comfort and reliability,” Bauguil added. “Our success is testament to the close, historic cooperation between Leopard Catamarans, The Moorings, Robertson and Caine, and Simonis Voogd, the naval architect.”

In addition to serving private buyers, Leopard offers a unique yacht management program in partnership with The Moorings. Under the programme, owners receive a guaranteed income, along with benefits such as no dockage fees, no insurance fees, no maintenance fees and no operational costs. Owners also have access to similar yachts across The Moorings’ 20 destinations worldwide.

Leopard is one of the world’s leading catamaran brands, developing 26 sailing and power models since 1997 and delivering over 2,800 units.

http://www.leopardcatamarans.com

ONE°15 Marina expands network into Thailand

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ONE°15 Marina expands network into Thailand

April 18, 2024
9:29 am

The Singapore-based marina developer and operator expanded to Indonesia last year and is now adding Phuket to its network.

CGI of ONE°15 Marina Panwa Phuket

SUTL Enterprise has announced that it’s currently developing ONE°15 Marina Panwa Phuket in collaboration with the Numchai Group, which owns Numchai Ocean Transport Company and is supported by the Ministry of Industry (Thailand).

SUTL Enterprise is the owner and developer of ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, which opened in 2007 and hosts the ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference, YACHT STYLE Awards and Singapore Yachting Festival later this month.

Last year, SUTL Enterprise launched ONE°15 Marina Nirup Island – situated in Indonesia but just 8nm south of Singapore – and said it expects the upcoming ONE°15 Marina Panwa Phuket to be welcoming yachts up to 120ft by the fourth quarter of this year.

The marina is in Cape Panwa, a headland peninsula on Phuket’s southeast coast, which offers access to Phang Nga Bay to the north, Phi Phi islands to the east and Racha islands to the south. ONE°15 Marina Panwa Phuket is expected to include “upscale dining options and recreational club facilities, ensuring an exceptional experience for marina guests”, according to SUTL Enterprise.

Arthur Tay, CEO and Executive Director of SUTL Enterprise (Leader, Issue 76), said: “Harnessing the established ONE°15 brand, we are excited to add another marina to our global network. ONE°15 Marina Panwa Phuket is committed to delivering the best-in-class marina standards and experience that our esteemed ONE°15 members and boaters worldwide can expect. We look forward to welcoming ONE°15 members, new and existing, to this exciting new marina location.”

Phuket’s existing marinas include Phuket Boat Lagoon and Royal Phuket Marina in the middle of the east coast and two megayacht-friendly marinas, Ao Po Grand Marina in the northeast and Phuket Yacht Haven in the far north.

www.one15marina.com

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