All articles by Mike Derrett – Page 12
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NewsNew Thailand International Boat Show announced for Phuket; controversy as show goes head to head with existing Thailand Yacht Show
Organisers of the new Thailand International Boat Show say the event will kick start the industry’s recovery in the region; but with a potential clash with the established Thailand Yacht Show, the charge of too many boat shows is causing some to question whether collaboration rather than competition might be ...
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NewsSanlorenzo Asia takes order for new-build Sanlorenzo 52Steel superyacht
The 52Steel is the largest Sanlorenzo sold in Asia to date
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Asia PacificHong Kong market surges as consumers turn to the water
The Hong Kong boating market maintains strong growth with signs of government support and plans for a new boat show
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NewsFire at Hong Kong marina sinks at least 16 boats, damages more
Two Sun Hing Shing 55ft motoryachts and a Princess 60ft motoryacht were among the casualties
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NewsOman to host 50th Youth World Sailing Championships
Oman has a proven track record in hosting major international sporting events Oman Sail and World Sailing have announced that the 50th edition of the Youth Sailing World Championships presented by Hempel will be held at Mussanah Sports City, Oman, from 11-18 December 2021. World Sailing received ...
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NewsGulf Craft premieres ”world’s largest” composite production superyacht
The 54m Majesty 175 had its global premiere in Dubai on Sunday
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NewsHong Kong marina opens for business
Lantau Yacht Club fully operational after undergoing major facelift
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News1st online Sri Lankan boating conference deemed a success
The Sri Lanka Government State Ministry for the development of the boating industry, established in 2020, makes progress
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Middle EastGulf Craft | Mohammed Hussein Alshaali
Chairman of the Middle East’s largest boatbuilder, Gulf Craft, Mohammed Hussein Alshaali outlines his plans for the future UAE-based builder, including development of its Gulf Craft small boat brands, the launch of the world’s largest all composite superyacht, and how the market has evolved since Covid. He talks to IBI’s ...
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NewsSingapore webinar: Boat hire and charter sectors see substantial growth
Singapore Marine Guide’s marine tourism webinar shows demand for boat hire and charter services is growing alongside yacht sales
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NewsDates announced for 2021 International Superyacht Summit
The third edition of the International Superyacht Summit 2021 will take place in December 2021 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 in Dubai. The organisers have announced December 8-9 as the new dates for the postponed summit, originally scheduled to run last March. The summit is also changing venue to ...
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NewsGulf Craft delivers first Majesty 120
The tri-deck superyacht uses carbonfibre and vinylester for parts of superstructure to reduce weight
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NewsFirst Singapore Marine Webinar focuses on environmental issues
The first Singapore Marine Webinar launched today focused on marine environmental issues, with more webinars to follow. The Singapore Marine Guide has launched the monthly webinar series addressing marine leisure issues in Asia. Singapore Marine guide founder Wade Pearce spoke with IBI’s Asia correspondent about the motivation behind the event. ...
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NewsFarfalla Marine expands operations in Asia, appoints Hong Kong general manager
The Asian market is said to be enjoying increased boating activity of late
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NewsSingapore Yacht Show postponed for third time
The move comes as South East Asia boating market enjoys boom in sales and charter bookings
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NewsThailand to open up for foreign-flagged superyacht charters without VAT implications
Verventia CEO Andy Treadwell talks to IBI’s Asia correspondent
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NewsDubai show rescheduled for 2022 as local market sustains boat sales gains from 2021
The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), organisers of the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS), have announced the postponement of the show. which was scheduled for March this year, until March 2022.
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