Due to be launched in summer 2013, the construction of the 44m luxury motor yacht Green Voyager 144 by Kingship proceeds as expected. This innovative vessel is being built to comply to the RINA’s highest level of notation – Green Plus Platinum.
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11th Samui Regatta, May 26-June 2, 2012
May 18, 2012
The famous ‘Tropical Island Regatta’ held on amazing Samui Island will come back on May 26, lasting until June 2 and hosting more than 500 sailors, with participation of the largest vessel, the 90ft sailing yacht Genuine Risk.
New international award for Azimut-Benetti Group
May 18, 2012
The Azimut-Benetti Group has been given an honour to receive the Best Brand Presence in Asia prize during the 2012 Asia Boating Awards, demonstrating thus the Group’s major position on Oriental markets.
New 80.6ft motor yacht E78 sold by Horizon Yachts USA
May 18, 2012
Scheduled for delivery in spring 2013, the 80.6ft luxury motor yacht E78 by Horizon Yachts has been recently sold to a US client. This amazing vessel will provide 3 lovely staterooms.
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club received double honours at the 8th Asia Boating Awards
May 18, 2012
The “Asian Yacht Club of the Year” as well as the “Asian Regatta of the Year” awards went to the well kn
Riva 75′ motor yacht Venere Super receives the “Best Production Motor Yacht” award
May 17, 2012
The renowned Italian shipyard Riva, a brand of the Ferretti Group, is proud to announce that its luxury yacht 75′ Venere Super has received the “Best Production Motor Yacht” award in the category between 15m and 24m during the Asian Boating Awards 2012. This year, the company is also celebrating the 170th year of its existence.
Kingship received 2012 Best Asian Yacht builder award
May 17, 2012
Following the launch of the 42m superyacht Star last month and the launch of the motor yacht Green Voayger 144 scheduled for summer 2013, the respected Asian builder Kingship has been awarded the 2012 Best Asian Yacht Builder for the third time.
Princess Yachts appoints Prometheus Marine as its new dealer
May 16, 2012
As a part of its expansion strategy throughout Asia, the prestigious UK luxury yacht builder, Princess Yachts, has recently appointed Prometheus Marine as its new dealer.
45m Granocean motor yacht Monoposto 147 concept with naval architecture by S&S
May 16, 2012
The Hong Kong builder Granocean presents its latest 45m luxury motor yacht Monoposto 147, with three different layout options. With naval architecture by well known US studio Sparkman & Stephens, this exceptional vessel is a wonderful long range commuter.
Axis Group Yacht Design – Winner of the Best Yacht Designer in Asia for the Year 2012
May 15, 2012
Axis Group Yacht Design has been presented with the ‘Best Yacht Designer in Asia of the Year 2012′ award at the 8th Asia Boating Awards held in Hong Kong on 10th May, 2012.
The 8th Asia Boating Awards Winners
May 15, 2012
A summary of the 8th Asia Boating Awards featuring the winners and their categories, as well as photos from the event.
108ft Broward charter yacht Nymphaea (ex Legacy) refitted by Yacht Solutions
May 15, 2012
Currently working on another 30m Broward, the Phuket-based refit company, Yacht Solutions, is pleased to have hosted the 108ft Broward charter yacht Nymphaea (ex Legacy), going through an extensive refit, including antifouling, engineering, hull re-paint, interior and exterior beautification.
Asia Boating Awards 2012 Winners with two awards for APSA members
May 14, 2012
Asia Boating Awards 2012 revealed its winners on May 10, along with two special awards going to APSA members. Among its winners were such spectacular vessels as the McConaghy trimaran yacht Adastra, as well as the Heesen motor yacht Satori, and many others.
Oyster 625 luxury yacht Blue Jeannie receives Best Production Sailing Yacht prize at 2012 Asia Boating Awards
May 14, 2012
Following a great success at this year´s Dusseldorf Boat Show when winning the 2012 European Yacht of the Year, the fabulous Oyster 625 charter yacht Blue Jeannie has now received the fantastic 2012 Asia Boating Award in the ‘Best Production Sailing Yacht’ category.
Feadship´s Superyachts receive four major awards
May 10, 2012
It is a very successful period for the prestigious Dutch builder Feadship, winning four prominent awards, three of which at the World Superyacht Awards 2012 for the 77.7m motor yacht Tango as well as the 45m superyacht Helix and one prize the Asian Boating Awards 2012 for the 87.78m megayacht Musashi.
New Horizon RP97 motor yacht Summer Wind to be delivered soon to Australia
May 10, 2012
Just completed her sea trial in Kaohsiung harbor in April, the RP97 superyacht Summer Wind, built by the respected Taiwan-based shipyard Horizon Yachts, is ready for delivery to Australia. This wonderful vessel provides comfortable and spacious accommodation in 3 en-suite staterooms.
Works on the Nordhavn 120 motor yacht Aurora well underway
May 08, 2012
The construction of the Nordhavn 120 luxury motor yacht Aurora is proceeding as expected. In build at the South Coast Marine yard in Xiamen, China this splendid vessel is due to be launched at the end of 2012.
Maldives – a world favorite for a superyacht cruising journey
May 07, 2012
Asia Pacific Superyachts Maldives offers Superyachts a unique opportunity to discover the fabulous islands of the magnificent Maldives Archipelago. Among APS superyacht clients belong such beautiful vessels as the luxury charter yacht Cloud 9 or the breathtaking charter yacht Red Dragon.
Korea International Boat Show 2012 sold out
May 04, 2012
The 5th Korea International Boat Show is sold out, with all space available taken by 181 companies, with more than 20 companies on a waiting list. The Show runs from May 30th to 3 June 2012 at Jeongok near Seoul.
Asia Boating Awards 2012 Nominees
May 03, 2012
Held on May 10, 2012 the 8th Asia Boating Awards have recently presented its respected nominees. This year´s edition will feature a new category: Best Asian Built Yacht. The superyachts nominated for this prestigious Asian award include for ex. the Amels 212 motor yacht Imagine, the 61m Benetti megayacht Diamonds are Forever, the 60m CRN luxury yacht Darlings Danama and many others.
