Get ready to drop anchor at the Singapore Yacht Show. It’s scheduled next month from 11 – 14 April 2019 for its ninth year at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove.
The four-day event gives visitors an unrivalled opportunity to discover more yachts than displayed anywhere else in the region. Every year the Show brings together superyacht builders, product manufacturers and a whole raft of luxury lifestyle brands displaying the latest product innovations, design concepts and product launches. World-leading yachting brands showcasing a stellar line-up of regional premieres as Asia or Singapore Premiere.
The Show will open on 10 April with SYS2019 Gala Evening&Awards, a prestigious event that will bring together the biggest names in the global yachting industry and special VIP guests to celebrate the glamour of the 1920s at the stunning Capitol Theatre. The long-running and highly anticipated Asia Boating Awards will also form a crucial part of the evening’s entertainment.
Adrenaline addicted will find their place at the Floating Leisure Hub, which will be located in the middle of the marina and will house a 10 metre-long floating swimming pool and live demonstrations of the latest personal watercraft including jet skis, submersibles, inflatables, day boats, fishing equipment and drones.
“The fact that so many world-leading boating brands have once again chosen the Singapore Yacht Show 2019 as the platform from which to launch their latest models into the Asian market is extremely gratifying”, says Andy Treadwell, CEO of Verventia Pte Ltd, organisers of the Singapore Yacht Show.
With over 20 superyachts expected, many of which have never before been displayed in Asia, Singapore. Around 80 yachts expected in total in 2019, the Singapore Yacht Show will welcome more yachts and superyachts available for sale or charter than any other location in Asia.
Yacht Harbour overviews the largest yachts to be seen at this highlight event.
Luxury explorer motor yacht SEAWOLF is full displacement steel hulled which was originally built in Holland by JK. SMIT, in 1957. She still has the capacity for long-range cruising through an area that requires exploring. In 2002 she underwent a full conversion to become a private motor yacht, and she has since been refitted further three times in 10 years. She provides an extremely stable, strong and safe platform for up to 12 charter guests in 6 cabins when exploring the world’s beautiful waterways. She has large private cabins and ensuite bathrooms, contemporary electronics, a sundeck, wet bar and Spa pool, different water toys such as kayaks, diving gear, and 8.5m sailboat
This custom motoryacht “Be Mine” (formerly Leonora) was built by Lürssen in Germany in 1991 and last refitted in 2017 in New Zealand. The yacht has a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure and 3 decks made from Teak. Her luxurious interior was designed by Celeste Dell`Anna and exterior design and engineering are the work of Beiderbeck Designs. Her current owner has maintained her to the very highest standards.
Be Mine can accommodate for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising 1 owner cabin, 1 VIP cabin, 2 double cabins. This custom yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience. Introduced by Simpson Marine Ltd. Brokerage.
The “La Numero Uno” sail yacht was built in 1983 with a displacement hull last refitted in 2017. Previously called Clan VI. Perini Navi is responsible for her beautiful exterior and interior design. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous seating feature throughout to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere. La Numero Uno’s accommodates up to 14 guests in five rooms, including a master suite, two double cabins, two twin cabins and two Pullman beds. La Numero Uno’s impressive leisure and entertainment facilities make her the ideal charter yacht for entertaining with family.
One more yacht introduced by Simpson Marine Ltd. Brokerage is an impressive model in terms of interior spaciousness and overall dimensions with typical of Sanlorenzo’s tradition with elements recalling the great transatlantic liners of the 30s. At 38 metres the Sanlorenzo SD126 is the flagship of its semi-displacement hull fleet. Constructed in composite, the four-deck motor yacht has such features as the main saloon terrace that opens up the interior to the sea below, while the 12-seater dining saloon can fully open to the aft deck, merging the outside and inside spaces. She can accommodate up to 10 guests and 6 crew in 9 cabins.
Luxury motor yacht "Princess 30M" invites you onboard. The M Class is a world-class flagship experience of Princess. A superyacht designed to express your individuality. The flybridge is accommodating with sun loungers, sofas, dining area, a wet bar and even a spa bath should you wish. Every detail is crafted and finished within Plymouth shipyards.
The Princess Design Studio is ready to capture the very essence of your interior design ambition. And with the class-leading interior volume, the owner will have all the space possible to realise it. The handcrafted finish looks very stylish and prestigious. Guests are provided with five or six beautifully appointed suite cabins
The Ferretti Yachts 920 has a dynamic, irrepressible profile. The exterior spaces offer an impressive amount of space for relaxation as well as luxurious furnishings. The space located forward, in particular, is the largest ever on a Ferretti Yachts vessel of this size. The sun pad on the bridge house leads into a dinette fitted with two forward-facing sofas.
The stern area features the garage door and swimming platform, a spacious beach club and allow to handle a tender up to 4 m.
The lounge interior is a luxurious contemporary style. This exclusive 4-cabin layout of the yacht is organised into two en-suite double cabins on the port side and two doubles with single beds on the starboard side.
One more of Italian design, Sanlorenzo yacht is introduced at the Show.
The larger side windows catch as much light as possible and let the guests enjoy the sea view even inside the salon. This space on SL86 is wider, the aim of this type of yacht is to optimise and maximise all the spaces and to fill them with natural light.
The layout is offered in two options: with the galley on the main deck, or on the lower deck, adjacent to the crew quarters. The flybridge is covered by a hydraulic hardtop for enough shade and also has space where guests can enjoy the Jacuzzi. The yacht has 6 luxury cabins and can accommodate up to 8 guests.
Sanlorenzo SL86 provide customers with innovations and an unparalleled level of individuality within its category.
Azimut Yachts is a leading Italian yacht design and building company, is part of the Benetti Group, Azimut. On the Show, it will exhibit with many modern luxury motor yachts. The biggest is the Azimut Grande 25. Azimut designs are often progressive and intelligent and the styling is contemporary.
Azimut Grande 25 metri has been designed and engineered according to the highest shipyard standards. The use of carbon fibre is a construction choice that allows increase volumes and surfaces size while keeping the same weight.
The interior design by Achille Salvagni presents an unprecedented mix of the elegant and the casual, while the exterior lines are by Stefano Righini. She has lots of space for living in the open air, to keep the connection with the sea.
The all-new Princess Y85 is the highest level of contemporary design. Her elegant profile with elegant interior provides everything for modern living. Plymouth-based Princess Yachts epitomises the best of British manufacture, from its quality, design and engineering to the refined elegant and luxury interior styling of its craft.
Her flybridge is an invitation to al fresco entertainment with a large dining area opposite a well-equipped wet bar. Three separate seating areas ensure the privacy for guests with the crew able to move discretely around the yacht. Up to eight guests are accommodated across four beautifully appointed en suite cabins.
With twin MAN V12 engines propelling her to a top speed of 33 knots, she flies without looking back
Length: 26.14m
Builder: Ferretti Yachts
Ferretti Yacht 850 impress you from the moment you set eyes upon it, thanks to its clean and dynamic profile. Ferretti Group’s Product Strategy Committee, Studio Zuccon International Project, and the Group’s Engineering Department have collaborated to design the yacht. The use of perpendicular partitions, almost full-height surfaces, light curtains, and freestanding furniture are typical elements of this ultra-contemporary concept.
The design of the main deck featured with a single full-height window which cuts through the entire superstructure. Guests can accommodate in 4 suite cabins. The yacht is equipped with a mechanism whereby the transom door provides a swimming platform, which becomes a beach area with a practical solution for the tender.
Heesen Yachts celebrates the delivery of Solemates (YN 20655), a fully customized 55-meter steel superyacht, to an experienced owner who has chosen the Dutch shipyard for the second time. This milestone underscores Heesen’s reputation for engineering excellence, build quality, and the flexibility of its speculative build program – enabling clients to personalize proven platforms without compromising on time efficiency.Built on Heesen’s successful 55m Steel design, Solemates combines the proven Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) by Van Oossanen Naval Architects with Omega Architects’ sleek exterior lines. The owner, a seasoned yachtsman, leveraged the platform’s inherent reliability to focus on tailored interior enhancements that reflect a family-oriented approach to cruising.Rupert Connor of Luxury Yacht Group noted: "While the changes from the previous model appear subtle, the cumulative refinements across the entire platform elevate this yacht significantly. Heesen’s commitment to continuous improvement shines through."The owner’s deep yachting expertise and hands-on involvement ensured a streamlined build process. Ralf Oortman, Heesen’s Project Manager, remarked: "Their team’s insight into the client’s lifestyle was invaluable. We collaborated seamlessly to introduce standout features, such as the breathtaking atrium – a true masterpiece that sets Solemates apart."Working alongside Silvia Margutti of Luca Dini Design and Architecture, the owner reimagined the interior with vibrant accents, a redesigned main staircase featuring gold-flaked acrylic panels, and an expanded sundeck hot tub area for social gatherings. Every detail was meticulously crafted to enhance onboard living.Following flawless sea trials in the North Sea, Solemates confirms her robust performance and efficiency. With a 760 GT volume, she offers ample space for extended cruising while maintaining the comfort and reliability expected of a Northern European build.Solemates will be available for exclusive charter through Luxury Yacht Group, with her world premiere set for the 2025 Monaco Yacht Show, where she will headline Heesen’s display.Niels Vaessen, Heesen’s CEO, reflected: "Delivering Solemates to a repeat client is a testament to our craftsmanship and the trust owners place in us. This project exemplifies how we blend efficiency with bespoke luxury – creating yachts that exceed expectations."Heesen Yachts is a Dutch ship building company that specializes in custom-built superyachts in aluminum and steel from 30m to 70m in size. Founded in 1978, it has launched more than 170 yachts since its inception.Credits: Heesen Yachts
May 1, 2025
Damen Yachting has successfully launched the first Amels 80. The vessel is the latest addition to the Amels Limited Editions range.The 80-meter superyacht boasts a gross tonnage of 2,175 GT and features a hybrid propulsion system for reduced emissions and improved cruising efficiency. The vessel can accommodate 14 guests across 7 luxurious suites, supported by a crew of 21. Notable features include a foredeck helipad, a 200-square-meter Sun Deck, a private Owner’s Deck, a 6.5-meter swimming pool, and a Beach Club with spa facilities.The exterior design is the work of renowned superyacht designer Espen Oino, while the interior was created by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design in their first collaboration with Amels. Paul Costerus, Designer Interior at Sinot, commented: “The Amels 80 marks the first collaboration between Sinot and Amels. A project which provided us with the opportunity to develop something truly unique. You will feel at home from the moment you step on board.”The build of the first Amels 80 was managed by Burgess on behalf of the Owner following the yacht’s sale in 2022. Sean Bianchi, Partner and Head of Burgess Technical Services, stated: “We are delighted to see Amels 80, hull number 01 depart her construction dock and enter the commissioning and sea trials phase. This milestone marks the culmination of close collaboration between Damen Yachting, Sinot, and the Owner’s team in crafting a yacht that is truly one of a kind.”Adriaan Roose, Product Design Manager for the Amels 80 series at Damen Yachting, emphasized the balance between customisation and efficiency: “The Amels 80 offered the client many custom options whilst still benefitting from the shortened delivery time. This yacht is the ultimate balance of individuality and efficiency.”The Amels 80 has the following specifications: length overall is 80.00 meters (261 ft), beam overall is 12.50 meters (41 ft), range is 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots, with delivery scheduled for Summer 2025.Rose Damen, Managing Director of Damen Yachting, expressed gratitude for the collaboration: “With today’s launch of the first Amels 80, we have reached another landmark achievement in the history of Amels. I would like to thank our Client and the team at Burgess for entrusting us with this very special build. We are honoured and excited to see the final phase through to delivery.”Damen Yachting is the yachting division of the Damen Shipyards Group. The shipyard builds and refits Amels superyachts, Xplorer luxury expedition yachts (previously known as SeaXplorer) and Yacht Support vessels. Credits: Damen Yachting
April 30, 2025
Grand Soleil Yachts has introduced its first weekender model, the Grand Soleil Blue, marking a significant departure from its traditional performance and long-cruise yachts. The 32ft 9in (9.99m) vessel is designed for day sailing and weekend getaways, featuring a sustainable build and electric propulsion options.The yacht is the smallest in the Grand Soleil range and sets new standards for recyclability. According to Gigi Servidati, Cantiere del Pardo Chairman, “The GS Blue represents the beginning of a new concept within the Grand Soleil range: a line that is agile, sustainable, fun, highly liveable, and designed for more immediate and flexible use.”The vessel’s design emphasizes performance and comfort, developed by naval architect Matteo Polli and Nauta Design for exterior, interior design, and layout. Polli noted, “The striking hull shape is designed to provide stability when the boat heels, to maximize power upwind. And in light winds, or when running, the narrow waterline beam delivers lower drag and therefore higher speeds.”Sustainability is a core feature of the GS Blue. The yacht utilizes Arkema’s Elium resin in its composite lay-up, allowing for recovery and reuse at the end of its life. The PET core material in the hull’s sandwich construction is derived from post-consumer waste, and the design allows for easy disassembly of components.The yacht offers fully electric propulsion as an option, featuring a 6kW pod drive from ePropulsion powered by a 190Ah lithium battery. This setup provides a range of up to 30 nautical miles at 5 knots, with the option to double that range by adding a second battery pack. The electric system enables silent maneuvering and a top speed of 6.5 knots.Performance-wise, the GS Blue boasts a 2.2m bulb keel (with a 1.8m shallow draft option) and a generous sailplan. It can achieve upwind speeds of 6-8 knots and downwind speeds of 10-12 knots. The design prioritizes easy shorthanded or solo sailing, featuring push-button electric Harken winches.Inside, the yacht offers modern Italian-style amenities including a heads compartment with freshwater shower, an efficient galley with hob, oven, and fridge, and berths for up to four, optimized for two. The interior design focuses on light and space, as highlighted by Massimo Gino, CEO and co-founder of Nauta: “A key element of the interior design is the light scheme, which ensures that even with lower ceiling heights, the yacht feels spacious and welcoming for guests.”The project is co-financed by the Emilia Romagna region as part of the PR-ERDF 2021/2027 program, emphasizing its experimental research and development nature.Cantiere del Pardo was founded in 1973 in Italy. Pardo Yachts, the brand of Cantiere del Pardo dedicated to powerboats, was born in 2016. The first model, the Pardo 43, was launched in 2017. Grand Soleil was founded in 1973 and is famous for its yachts, which ensure performance for regattas, autonomous long-distance navigation, as well as a high level of sustainable consciousness.Credits: Grand Soleil Yachts
April 30, 2025
Feadship has successfully launched its latest superyacht, Project 827, marking another milestone in the company’s history of luxury yacht construction. The vessel was launched at the Royal Van Lent shipyard in Sneek, the Netherlands.Project 827 is a 75-meter motor yacht designed by the renowned studio Winch Design. The exterior design features clean lines and a contemporary aesthetic, while the interior showcases a sophisticated blend of modern luxury and comfort. The yacht boasts a spacious main deck and a large owner’s deck, providing ample living space for its occupants.“Project 827 is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Feadship CEO Henk de Vries. “We have pushed the boundaries of design and engineering to create a yacht that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of our discerning clients.”The yacht’s design emphasizes functionality and comfort. It features a unique layout with a large owner’s deck, offering unobstructed panoramic views. The interior design, also by Winch Design, combines modern materials with classic craftsmanship, creating a luxurious yet livable environment.Project 827 is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and engineering solutions. The yacht is powered by twin Caterpillar engines, providing efficient performance and low emissions. The vessel also incorporates advanced systems for noise and vibration control, ensuring a quiet and comfortable onboard experience.“This launch is a significant moment for Feadship,” commented Project Manager Jan van der Meer. “Project 827 represents the culmination of years of planning and collaboration between our teams and the client. We are proud to deliver a yacht that truly embodies the spirit of modern luxury.”The completion of Project 827 further strengthens Feadship’s position as a leading builder of custom superyachts. The company continues to focus on delivering exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design solutions to its clients.Feadship plans to complete the final outfitting and sea trials before delivering the yacht to its owner later this year. The launch of Project 827 demonstrates the shipyard’s ongoing commitment to excellence in the superyacht industry.Based in the Netherlands and with roots dating back to 1849, Feadship was formed as a group in 1949 as a marketing partnership between six Dutch shipyards, de Vries Lentch, Van de Stadt, Witsen & Vis, Akerboom, De Vries Scheepsbouw and Van Lent Shipyard, and De Voogt Naval Architects. Feadship is well-known as one of the Netherlands’ most elite yacht builders and delivers superyachts from 50–100+ meters in length.Credits: Feadship
April 30, 2025
The 56th Southampton International Boat Show will introduce several new features when it returns to Mayflower Park from September 19-28, 2025. Organizers British Marine confirmed a redesigned layout with specialized zones including The Powerhub for powerboats and Angler's Alley for fishing enthusiasts.New additions include: the Boating Academy offering educational sessions, waterside Lounge for premium ticket holders, expanded marina area with grouped vessel displays, on the Water stage featuring high-speed demonstrations. Visitor experiences will include the Try A Boat program with FlexiSail and accessible powerboat rides through Wetwheels. The Shipyard festival area will host live music and family activities, with a headline act to be announced.Ticket prices currently start at £24.99 for adults, with free entry for two children per adult ticket. Marina space remains in high demand among exhibitors, with increased berth capacity for 2025."The 2025 edition represents an exciting transformation," stated British Marine representatives. The event will showcase products ranging from paddleboards to superyachts, though exhibitor lists remain unconfirmed.British Marine, representing over 1,300 UK marine businesses, organizes the annual show which supports an industry employing 38,000 nationwide.Credits: Southampton International Boat Show
April 29, 2025