All Asia Pacific articles – Page 76
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Scenic Group launches new superyacht cruise venture
Scenic Group, the Australian cruise ship group, is expanding its portfolio of activities with the new Emerald Yacht Cruises venture. Set up as a division of Scenic’s Emerald River Cruises arm, the new venture will start operations next year with the 110m (360ft), 100 guest-vessel, Emerald Azzurra, currently in build ...
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Chinese companies struggle to meet commitments
Many marine companies in China are still unable to recommence production after the extended three-week New Year shut down.
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1st Australia Thailand Rendezvous a success
The inaugural Australia Thailand Rendezvous, sponsored by Benetti Yachts, took place at Phuket Yacht Haven Marina in Thailand last week. Organised by Superyacht Australia, the event attracted 14 vessels with captains and crew and provided an update on what is happening in the Australian superyacht industry along with the benefits ...
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Marine sales outpace consolidated results at Yamaha Motor
Japan’s Yamaha Motor reported a dip in 2019 sales, offset by 2% growth in the company’s Marine business which accounts for 21% of annual revenues
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Taiwan show postponed
As the full effects of the coronavirus becomes apparent, another boat show due to be held in South East Asia has been postponed. The organisers of Taiwan International Boat Show (TIBS), which would have been held from 12-15 March in Kaohsiung, have announced that it has been postponed and that ...
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Global tender for new Mumbai marina to launch this month
The Mumbai Port Trust (MPT) will shortly announce a global tender for the construction of a new 300-berth marina proposed for Princes Dock in the port of Mumbai. According to a report in the Free Press Journal, the value of the project is estimated at Rs 360 crore (US$50m).
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Busy start to 2020 for McConaghy in both China and Australia
McConaghy, the specialist raceboat and multihull yacht builder, has had a busy start to 2020 at both its yards in China and Australia.
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Taiwan show organiser responds to Coronavirus outbreak
The Taiwanese government and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), which promotes the Taiwan International Boat Show, have responded to concerns about the Coronavirus outbreak.
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Nauti-Craft, Yanmar sign technology transfer agreement
Dunsborough, Australia-based Nauti-Craft Pty Ltd and Osaka, Japan-based Yanmar Marine have entered into a technology transfer agreement that aims to develop Nauti-Craft’s patented marine suspension technology and incorporate it into a new line of leisure boats to be sold through Yanmar’s global network.
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Seven Asian boat shows cancel or review dates
Korea and Hong Kong shows postponed in response to the Coronavirus threat, while other Asian show organisers are closely monitoring the situation
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Coronavirus hits 7 Webasto employees
Stockdorf, Germany-based marine and automotive equipment manufacturer Webasto Group has confirmed that as of January 31, seven of its employees – five Germans and two Chinese nationals – have now tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
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Sri Lankan port development to include new Yacht Marina Zone
The Sri Lankan port of Galle, a leading yacht destination in the island nation, is to be expanded into a tourist port which will see its current yacht facilities upgraded with a new Yacht Marina Zone.
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Sri Lankan builders make first-time Düsseldorf appearance
The first-ever national stand for Sri Lanka was presented at boot Düsseldorf last week. Supported by the Sri Lankan Board of Investment (BOI), it was occupied by a small number of boatbuilders and a charter company.
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Nuova Jolly appoints exclusive Indonesian dealer
Nuova Jolly, the Italian inflatables specialist, has chosen Yacht Sourcing to serve as its exclusive dealer in Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore.
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Sanctuary Cove and Sydney shows set for strong 2020
The two biggest boat shows in Australia – the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) from May 21-24 and the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) from July 30 to August 3 – are both reporting positive industry response to the 2020 editions of each show.
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Hong Kong show to be held in April
The Hong Kong International Boat Show (HKIBS), which is traditionally held in December, was cancelled last year because of protests experienced in the territory.
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New Philippines school plans to take sailing education to next level
A new collaboration which commenced last month involving the Subic Sailing Club and local yacht dealer and services provider, Europa Yachts, aims to bolster the popularity of sailing in the Philippines and take sailing education in the country to a new level. A new sailing centre called the Europa Sailing ...
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Horizon Yachts unveils two new models for 2020
Horizon Yachts used its bi-annual Open House event in Taiwan to unveil its newest additions to the expanding FD Series.
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5th Thailand Yacht Show achieves strong results
The fifth edition of the Thailand Yacht Show was held at Royal Phuket Marina from January 9-12 with a wide range of yachts, marine equipment and lifestyle products on display. Now firmly established as a consumer boat show in Thailand, the event is well-supported by key regional distributors including Asia ...
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Spinlock gains Maritime NZ approval
Spinlock inflatable lifejackets have gained Maritime NZ approval for use on both commercial and recreational vessels in New Zealand.