French boating brand Beneteau has concluded its collaboration with yacht dealership Simpson Marine across the seven Asian countries where they operate. This decision — described as ‘amicable’ by Beneteau — follows Simpson Marine’s acquisition by Italian boatbuilder Sanlorenzo last year, in a deal worth $17m. Beneteau says Simpson has sold over 500 Beneteau boats in […]
Finnish boatbuilder Saxdor Yachts has appointed Hong Kong-based DCH Marine as its new dealer for the Asia-Pacific region. DCH Marine was formally established by Dah Chong Hong Holdings Limited in June 2014 as a new business unit focused on the luxury yacht market. DCH Marine and Saxdor Yachts are working to establish a service and […]
A lavish three-level floating beach club has opened in Phuket, Thailand, four months after the opening was delayed by authorities over safety and environmental concerns. The Yona Floating Beach Club Phuket is a modified boat designed to accommodate up to 500 guests, offering amenities including a 22-metre infinity pool, private cabanas and Mediterranean and Japanese […]
Global racing league SailGP has revealed details of a new regional structure and team for Asia Pacific as it heads into an expanded fourth season. SailGP is a global championship that features national teams battling in short races at venues across the globe. Sailors race in identical hydrofoiling F50 catamarans, flying at speeds approaching 100 […]
Freedom Boat Club has confirmed its plans for expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, with a new location in Australia. Freedom, a division of Brunswick, is the world’s largest membership boat club. Its new flagship club in the APAC market will be located in Sydney, Australia. It later intends to open three new locations in Australia […]