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2021
Mectra Synergy (M) Sdn Bhd is pleased to announce the opening of our new workshop in Boustead Langkawi. This is in view of the increasing demand of our clients and to deliver prompt and speedy solutions to all our patrons.
A magnet for superyachts and one of the most fascinating travel destinations in the world, The Maldives is one of the few top cruising destinations lifting Covid-19 restrictions early on. The Maldives is featured in Superyacht Times 3/3/2021 issue as one of the “Top 5 Tropical Yachting Spots in 2021”, reports Mohamed Hameed of Asia Pacific Superyachts.
On 18th February, Tim Davey, Managing Director and Founder of GMT – Global Marine Travel took part in a panel discussion examining the recovery of the travel industry post Covid-19.
Exactly six weeks to go to the third scheduled opening, the SYS organizing team at Verventia are devastated to have to share that, on the advice of the show’s major stakeholders, including our principal exhibitors, a decision has been made to postpone what is now effectively SYS 2021 to later in the year.
From shipyard investment to innovative yachts, Benetti has been an industry leader in sustainably-minded innovation since 2002 with the introduction of the first hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system, “65-metre Ambrosia yacht”.
Post-Brexit regulations present an overlooked advantage for UK-based yacht owners that, in turn, could present a huge opportunity for Isle of Man service providers. Andy Morgan, CEO of yacht taxation specialists Affinity Group explains more...
Superyacht Australia, the peak body for the Australian Superyacht Industry, hosted the 2021 Superyacht Australia Soirée in partnership with Benetti Yachts at Jones Bay Marina in February, 2021. With international travel not permitted and foreign flagged cruise ships unable to operate, many families are considering chartering a yacht to cruise or celebrate important milestones.
Dear APSA Members and Friends
Kung Hei Fat Choy for the areas of our association that celebrate Chinese New Year.
Jan Maarten Boissevain, Sales Director of Sevenstar Yacht Transport is one of APSA’s founding members of APSA and the company strongly believes that there is a need to keep informing clients about the world’s fantastic cruising grounds now and in the future.
The 21st Benetti Yachtmaster, organised in phygital format on February 18 and 19, was a huge success, with over 250 people, of which 125 captains, connected from all over the world to follow a rich programme of meetings, workshops, analysis and the virtual trade show, the online space where event partners showcased their products.
Simpson Marine are pleased to announce the launch of the second Sanlorenzo44Alloy has been sold to an Asian buyer. On completion the yacht will be shipped to Asia and Simpson Marine looks forward to seeing her cruising in the region later this year.
Indonesia was recognised as an exceedingly attractive Asia-Pacific cruising destination until the country shut down borders due to Covid-19. Now there’s good news for travellers as Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) Indonesia announces borders opening and “Entry to Indonesia for Foreign Nationals”.
Five leading marinas stretching from Sydney to the Gold Coast have collaborated to form the East Coast Luxury Aquatic Travellers Club or E.C.L.A.T.
SIA, SilkAir and Scoot customers can transit through Singapore Changi Airport from approved cities to destinations in the SIA Group network currently operated by SIA, SilkAir or Scoot.
Over 2,000 miles southwest of Hawaii, Beran Island might not be the easiest place to access, but that’s the point. In celebration of Bitcoin hitting an all-time high Beran Island can be booked in cryptocurrency.
A pioneer in providing luxury cruise experiences in Sri Lanka, Sai Lanka began its latest venture and has launched operations in Colombo Port City.
Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) a group of marine industry personalities strategically located around the globe, have celebrated their first anniversary, and reflect on the past 12 months of providing their knowledge, expertise and contacts to various businesses and industry bodies across the globe.
At a meeting in Bangkok yesterday evening chaired by the new Minister of Finance, Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, and attended by officials from both the Customs and Revenue departments, it was finally confirmed that foreign-flagged visiting superyachts will from now on be welcome to spend the winter seasons in Thai waters and offer their yachts for charter there without having to pay VAT on the value of the vessel.
The Indonesian government is currently considering plans to do away with the tax in an effort to boost the country's tourism trade, Indonesia Investments reports.
Straight Talk With Superyacht Owners: Tuesday, 23 March, 2021
As the Vice President of the U.S. Superyacht Association, Diane M. Byrne of MegayachtNews.com is inviting all APSA members to attend--virtually--a panel discussion featuring superyacht owners.
