asia Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News

Gulf Craft appoints Mastervolt to supply Gulf Craft Oryx 36 Motor Yacht

March 08, 2011

The Middle East’s and Asia’s leading producer of luxury fiberglass motoryachts, Gulf Craft, has appointed Mastervolt, the market leader in onboard power supply systems to provide the Digital Switching control system for the Oryx 36 sport cruiser, which is on display at the Dubai International Boat Show. ... read full story

Gulf Craft and Marvair Celebrate Successful relationship

March 06, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Luxury motor yacht builder Gulf Craft is celebrating its successful working partnership with international air conditioning supplier Marvair, whose Managing Director, Trevor Goldsmith, has been working together with Gulf Craft for the past 20 years. ... read full story

Singapore Yacht Show 2011: Stellar Line-Up of Exhibitors and Partners Unveiled

March 02, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Informa Yacht Group has revealed details of the impressive line-up of superyachts and exhibitors which will feature at the Singapore Yacht Show from 8 to 10 April 2011 at ONE°15 Marina, Sentosa Cove, Singapore. The motor and sailing superyachts set to be displayed represent a stunning collection of modern and classic style yachts which are sure to impress show attendees and yachting enthusiasts. ... read full story

Oceantalk opens Australasia’s eyes to Iris Camera Innovations for yachts.

March 01, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

When it comes to seeing underwater or in the dark, things have suddenly become a lot brighter. The camera technology innovator Iris Innovations from the UK has appointed Oceantalk its authorised distributor for Asia and Australia. The word ‘Iris’ may sound like a part of your eye or a camera lens. In fact it is a major innovator of a complete range of specialist cameras for demanding situations found on motor and sailing yachts. ... read full story

Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) S$9 million expansion project

February 23, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The oldest yacht club in Asia, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC), has unveiled ambitious plans to upgrade its services and facilities to meet the discerning needs of Singapore’s upcoming new generation of yachting enthusiasts, boaters and marina-going club members. ... read full story

Hainan Rendez Vous 2011: A Benchmark Event for yachting in China

February 23, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Running April 1-4, the Hainan Rendez-Vous will display a dazzling fleet of yachts and superyachts from the world's very best ship builders to some 8,000 highly targeted attendees, about 250 of whom will be flown to and from the event on business jets. ... read full story

Marina at Keppel Bay meets rising demand for superyacht berths in Singapore

February 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With Singapore fast gaining repute as the destination for luxury superyachts, Marina at Keppel Bay has added two new state-of-the-art piers to meet this rising demand for quality berthing space. Designed and built by Bellingham Marine, the timely completion of the new berths represents the finishing touch to Marina at Keppel Bay’s third and final development phase. Marina at Keppel Bay can now accommodate 168 yachts, including superyachts of up to 280 feet. ... read full story

BMT acquires coastal, port and harbour engineering firm, JFA Consultants

February 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

BMT Group Ltd, the leading international maritime design, engineering and risk management consultancy is set to broaden its capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region with the successful acquisition of port and harbour engineering specialists, JFA Consultants Pty Ltd based in Perth, Western Australia. This acquisition will help to enhance BMT’s offering, whilst complementing its existing expertise and knowledge through well-established subsidiaries already in the region including BMT WBM and BMT Design & Technology. ... read full story

NISI Yachts chosen for Spring Fashion Spread in Asia-Pacific Boating

February 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

NISI has been chosen as the exclusive yacht of choice to grace the pages of the Spring Fashion Spread in the spring 2011 issue of Asia-Pacific Boating, Asia’s premier luxury yachting magazine. An iconic backdrop for the prestigious fashion photo shoot, NISI sets an impeccable stage for spring collections from the world’s top luxury brands – including Chanel, Gucci, Hermès, Ermenegildo Zegna, Hugo Boss and Cerruti. ... read full story