The Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) in Singapore will introduce a the Advanced Power Pleasure Craft Driving licence in the second half of 2011 for those operating yachts 24m and above. “The Advanced Power Pleasure Craft Driving Licence is in anticipation of future pleasure craft which could be larger,” an MPA spokesperson told MediaCorp.
Sealine is delighted to announce the launch of ‘Sealine Yachts Asia’, a joint venture with KOP Nautical, a division of the group KOP Group Pte Ltd, based in Singapore. With interests in hotels, resorts, properties and marine activities, the group currently has offices in Singapore, Hong Kong and Beijing and there are plans to open up to five new Sealine dealer offices in China during 2011.
Sanlorenzo, the prestigious Italian Shipyard that from over 50 years produces tailor‐made motor yachts matching the style and requirements of each owner, confirms its strategy of expansion in the Asian markets, characterized by an impressive economic growth. The Italian shipyard will attend the next two main events of the Asian area: Hainan in China and Singapore in the Malayan peninsula:
Continuing its success in Europe, the United States and the Middle East, MEGA MARINE further expands to Southeast Asian markets. The sales team will be present at the 2011 Hainan Rendezvous from April 1-4 and at the Singapore Yacht Show April 8-10.
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.
Every year stronger and bigger, Sunreef Yachts will now be represented also in Russia and Brazil. Also, Sunreef’s Chinese broker, Speedo Marine, is now exhibiting with Sunreef Yachts brand in many fantastic locations such as Shanghai, Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Sanya. Prometheus Marine will display a Sunreef 62 in May in Singapore and Multihulls Solutions from Australia is getting ready for the Sydney and Auckland boat shows.
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.
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.
Superyacht Singapore Association released their very positive superyacht traffic review for the year 2010.
TMX Show Productions, the producer of Boat Asia, will be expanding the show beyond Keppel Bay for the first time. Running concurrently with the main Boat Asia at Keppel Bay, the new show will be held from May 12-15 at The Promontory@Marina Bay, which is located next to Marina Bay Sands.
Blohm + Voss Industries have opened its own sales and service branch in Singapore at the beginning of 2011. This expansion into the Asian market proves that the manufacturer of ship components recognizes the strong growth potential in this region.
Boat Asia 2011, South Asia’s largest and longest running boat show, will return for its 19th edition from 12th to 15th May 2011 at the beautiful Marina at Keppel Bay.