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In Photos: Hong Kong International Boat Show 2023

Over 40 yachts representing around 30 European and international boatbuilders took part in this year’s Hong Kong International Boat Show 2023, which returned to Club Marina Cove between November 30 and December 3 after a pandemic-induced hiatus. Organisers say the event —...

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Sanlorenzo Reveals New Imagery of 57Steel and SX100

Italian boatbuilder Sanlorenzo has released new images showcasing two of their most recent models: the 57Steel and the brand-new SX100. The 57Steel is the latest addition to Sanlorenzo‘s Steel series, and the second 57Steel to be delivered. The yard says the newly...

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Hong Kong International Boat Show Confirms Lineup and Layout

The Hong Kong International Boat Show returns this month for its first post-Covid edition, with a four-day programme at Club Marina Cove taking place between November 30 and December 3, 2023. Organisers say the event -- launched in 1982 -- has returned...

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Lantau Yacht Club Festa Nautica Hailed 'Roaring Success'

The three-day Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) Boat Show, held from 3 to 5 November 2023 under the theme 'Festa Nautica', was -- by all accounts -- a roaring success. The show presented 14 esteemed brands from around the globe represented by seven...

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In Pictures: Gold Coast Motor Festival 2023

The Gold Coast Motor Festival (GCMF) 2023 took place from November 11-12 2023, at the picturesque Hong Kong Gold Coast in celebration of its 30th anniversary. The event presented an impressive collection of automobiles and yachts from Hong Kong and around the world,...

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Camper & Nicholsons Appoints Hong Kong Sales Advisor

Luxury yachting firm Camper & Nicholsons has appointed Windie Tsoi as its sales advisor in Hong Kong Born and raised in Hong Kong, Tsoi has first-hand knowledge of the Asian market and experienced insight into what the region can offer yacht owners....

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In Pictures: Beneteau Cup Hong Kong 2023

A great day was had on and off the water at the recent Beneteau Cup Hong Kong 2023, which took place on 28 October 2023. A total of 19 Beneteaus took part with their owners, families and friends, supported by generous partners...

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Simpson Superyachts Announces Sales Director

Simpson Superyachts, part of Simpson Marine Group, has appointed James Clayton as its new sales director. Clayton, who will be based in Hong Kong, has over 20 years of experience in the yacht industry and a deep understanding of the Asian market....

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Lantau Yacht Club Launches First Festa Nautica Boat Show

Hong Kong's Lantau Yacht Club (LYC) is launching the first Festa Nautica boat show, which sets sail from 3-5 November 2023. Lantau Yacht Club says that Festa Nautica will showcase an 'extraordinary collection of the world's most exquisite and edge-cutting yachts and...

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Sailboat Owners Prepare for Beneteau Cup Hong Kong 2023

The annual Beneteau Cup Hong Kong sailing regatta takes place on Hong Kong's southside on 28 October 2023. Created exclusively for Beneteau sailing yacht owners in Hong Kong, the Beneteau Cup Hong Kong is a fun sailing event hosted by Aberdeen Boat...

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Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60 Premieres in Taiwan

Simpson Marine has recently celebrated the arrival of the first Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60 in Taiwan.  The Oceanis Yacht 60 is a big boat, about 18 metres long, that is sleek and modern. Similar to the 54-foot version, it is even more...

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Simpson Sailing Academy in Pattaya Expands Portfolio

The Simpson Sailing Academy in Pattaya, Thailand has confirmed an expansion to include more schools into the Simpson Sailing Academy programmes, and the addition of new sailing courses.  The academy, run by Simpson Marine, is a sailing school that offers courses in...

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Thailand International Boat Show Now 80% Booked

Organisers of the Thailand International Boat Show have confirmed that over 80 per cent of the in-water space is already booked, as details of a new onshore layout are confirmed. The second edition of the show, which runs from 11-14 January 2024,...

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Brunswick Buys Aussie eFoil Maker Fliteboard

Marine manufacturing giant Brunswick Corporation has purchased Fliteboard, an Australian eFoil maker and electric propulsion specialist. An efoil is an electric-powered board with a mast and wing that uses propulsion to rise from the water at a certain speed, creating the effect...

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Entries Open for Rolex China Sea Race 2024

Entries are now open for the Rolex China Sea Race 2024, with the just-launched notice of race encouraging sailors from around the world to join one of the most tactical offshore races in the world. The race will start on 27 March...

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Simpson Marine Now Accepting Cryptocurrency For Yacht Sales and Charters

Simpson Marine has embarked on a new partnership with cryptocurrency payment platform Bitcashier, to allow the dealership to accept digital currencies for yacht sales and charters. Simpson says the move 'ushers in a new era of convenience and accessibility for luxury yacht...

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Asia’s First Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60 Arrives in Hong Kong

To celebrate the arrival of Asia’s first Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60, Simpson Marines is making exclusive viewings available to sailing enthusiasts and potential buyers in Hong Kong. Simpson's brokerage team will be present to guide attendees through the yacht’s many features, providing...

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Sanlorenzo Launches SL90 Asymmetric in Hong Kong

Yacht brand Sanlorenzo recently hosted an elegant launch event (June 14-15) at the Aberdeen Marina Club for the highly anticipated Sanlorenzo SL90 Asymmetric yacht. The event, held in the vibrant city of Hong Kong, provided an exclusive opportunity for guests to witness...

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Simpson Marine to Exhibit at 2024 Thailand International Boat Show

Simpson Marine has confirmed its participation in the Thailand International Boat Show (TIBS), scheduled for January 2024 at the Royal Phuket Marina in Thailand. It is the first time that Simpson Marine will exhibit at the TIBS in Phuket. Show organisers have...

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Simpson Marine Launches Website for Superyacht Sale and Charter

Simpson Marine has launched the new Simpson Superyachts website, designed to provide the firm's clients looking for bigger yachts with a 'seamless and user-friendly experience.' Based in Hong Kong, Simpson Marine is a full-service company that specialises in luxury yacht charters, yacht...