(Phuket, Thailand, October 30, 2009) - Asia's boating fraternity has given the 'thumbs up' to Royal Phuket Marina (RPM) as the premier world-class yachting haven on the Andaman Sea.
Four years after opening, the "luxury lifestyle marina” has come of age as the perfect complement to a sublime boating paradise of sun-kissed deserted islands and the most amenable year-round climate imaginable.
Phuket has always been at the forefront of Asia's sailing fraternity, with the region's super boats converging once a year for The King's Cup Regatta.
“I have had my boat here since Royal Phuket Marina opened and there is no other place to be," said long-term resident yachtsman, Luc Dayot.
Luc moved to Royal Phuket Marina in 2005. After working as an executive managing director of a large supermarket chain Luc relaxes in Phuket where he runs his own highly successful home interior business based at Royal Phuket Marina.
Sailing around Phuket is "the best in the world" says Mr Dayot, "Phang Nga bay, the Similan Islands, the Surin Islands, Krabi and Langkawi, they all take your breath away. This area is maritime heaven!”
Derrick Van Deventer, another resident yachtsman who lives full time in Phuket is the Marina Operations Manager at Royal Phuket Marina, added: “The facilities at Royal Phuket Marina rival any of the best marinas world-wide without question. That’s why it attracts the best boats on Phuket!”
“The fees are a fraction of the cost compared to other equivalent marinas in Europe and the Caribbean, even Singapore and Hong Kong. The cost of crewing a boat with a licensed professional captain and accompanying deck hands is very affordable - at least half the cost of Europe and America.”
"Maintenance is also incredible value for money, as labour intensive jobs cost a lot less than other parts of the world. Plus the boating and yachting here is far superior” he says.
The marina is also hailed for its great service, “(we) have stayed in countless marinas, but we have never seen such a dedicated staff working so hard to make it a good experience for the yachties… the single reason we decided to stay there was you and your staff; you provided the best service we have seen in any marina, ever” said Wynn, who is based in Hong Kong and sails regularly in South east Asia but has a particular affinity with Thailand and Phuket in particular.
Not just for the boating community, the marina is a great lifestyle hub and offers something for everyone.
Resident James Shayler comments “I was looking for a location in Asia that offered both an excellent lifestyle with superb boating which was also affordable. Royal Phuket Marina certainly ticks all the boxes and the more. You have everything from bars, fine restaurants, retails shop and a state-of-the-art health club. That’s way I live here.”
“One of the best places to relax in the evening is Les Anges, people and boat watching over a G&T or your favorite bottle of wine is great fun. I eat out very often simply because it’s so easy” says James, a condo owner from the very beginning. James moved to Phuket to enjoy a lifestyle unavailable in the UK were he sold his business. Now he uses Phuket as his base to travel around Asia and fulfill his love of travel on motor bikes and motor boats.
About Royal Phuket Marina
Located on Phuket’s eastern seaboard overlooking scenic Phang Na Bay, Royal Phuket Marina is Thailand’s first world-class luxury lifestyle community rivaling top marina resort communities in Europe and the Caribbean.
It was developed by tycoon Gulu Lalvani, founder of Binatone, the world’s second largest manufacturer of digital cordless phones, whose vision is to promote Phuket as a world class yachting hub in one of the world’s most scenic and assessable locations.
Royal Phuket Marina is a popular entertainment and lifestyle hub with open air restaurants and bars overlooking mega yachts moored in the Mediterranean-style marina.
For more information about Royal Phuket Marina, visit www.royalphuketmarina.com
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Hong Kong International Boat Show 2009
Asia-Pacific Boating will once again be showcasing at the Hong Kong International Boat Show 2009 organised and hosted by Sai Kung’s Club Marina Cove.
The inaugural show was at the soft opening of the marina in 1982. It has now grown into a true yachting lifestyle event with both on-water and land displays.
Ms. Winnie Ng, General Manager of Club Marina Cove, estimated that several thousand visitors attended the 3-day event in 2008 which featured 115 exhibits worth HK$ 600 Million from over 50 world-leading makers and dealers from France, Italy, England, Australia, U.S., Taiwan and China.
Ms. Ng said, “With the continuous support of the dealers and yacht manufacturers, we look forward to this year’s show as exhibitors have already indicated that they will come back with more boats of different designs and makes.”
“As Asia’s leading luxury yachting publisher, we are proud to be supporting this exclusive yachting event.” said Olivier Burlot, Managing Director of Blu Inc Media.
Date of boat show: 27 – 29 November 2009 (Fri-Sun)
The inaugural show was at the soft opening of the marina in 1982. It has now grown into a true yachting lifestyle event with both on-water and land displays.
Ms. Winnie Ng, General Manager of Club Marina Cove, estimated that several thousand visitors attended the 3-day event in 2008 which featured 115 exhibits worth HK$ 600 Million from over 50 world-leading makers and dealers from France, Italy, England, Australia, U.S., Taiwan and China.
Ms. Ng said, “With the continuous support of the dealers and yacht manufacturers, we look forward to this year’s show as exhibitors have already indicated that they will come back with more boats of different designs and makes.”
“As Asia’s leading luxury yachting publisher, we are proud to be supporting this exclusive yachting event.” said Olivier Burlot, Managing Director of Blu Inc Media.
Date of boat show: 27 – 29 November 2009 (Fri-Sun)
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
SuperYacht Awards– Young Designer of the Year competition
Designers from ASK Yacht Design & BMT Nigel Gee reach finals of the World Superyacht Award – Young Designer of the Year competition.
The designer Adrien Jousset (ASK Yacht Design) and naval architect Sylvain Julien (BMT Nigel Gee), have been selected as one of five finalists in the World Superyacht Awards - Young Designer of the Year 2009 - with a truly innovative design – Ostria.
“The high standard of entries presented the judges with no easy task in selecting the finalists”, stated Trevor Blakeley, Chief Executive of The Royal Institution of Naval Architects and Chairman of the judging panel. “The judges were impressed by the effort and quality of work presented, reflecting the undoubted talent of today’s young naval architects and marine designers, which surely bodes well for the future of the industry.”
Ostria not only has a radical look but has also been developed to provide an answer to an environmentally conscious owner. Throughout the project the focus has been set on producing a realistic and feasible solution to reduce the environmental impact of a Superyacht whilst creating a truly innovative design.
Although owners are increasingly interested in green designs, they are not usually prepared to compromise on the style, onboard facilities or the sailing experience. Ostria is the result of the convergence of these challenging and often conflicting aims.
Early in the project it appeared that a carbon free propulsion system was unrealistic. The power production capacity required to propel a 70 metre monohull to any decent speed across an ocean is far too demanding compared to any means of renewable, carbon free, energy production. Even the hotel load requirement could not be answered properly with such solutions unless a significant volume of the yacht was dedicated to this purpose.
The choice of the diesel electric propulsion plant therefore came naturally to provide the necessary flexibility to take advantage of secondary, renewable, carbon free means of energy production (existing or near term technology). Podded propulsors have been selected for their high efficiency but also for the flexibility they provide in the design of the general arrangement.
Where the machinery room is traditionally located; a large summer lounge with recreational facilities including sauna and gymnasium has taken its place. This provides the guests with a unique experience of proximity to the sea, in a level of comfort that cannot be reached by a traditional beach club.
Ostria has been equipped with 370 m2 of solar panels, and a 4 m tall retractable wind turbine estimated to reduce the amount of carbon emission by approximately 800 tonnes per year through the reduction of fuel consumption. The solar panel and wind turbine installation have been designed to become a fully integrated feature of the vessel style.
An in-depth study of the vessel’s main systems has also been undertaken to limit the hotel load as far as practically possible. From climate control to rain water collection, most solutions have been studied to assess their feasibility in the marine environment with the aim of reducing the overall energy consumption.
Ostria demonstrates that low carbon emissions and reduced fuel consumption (with its associated cost) can be achieved through a truly stunning design.
The prestigious annual World Superyacht Award - Young Designer of the Year is organised by The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) in association with Boat International, and sponsored by Camper & Nicholsons International. The overall winner will be announced at the awards ceremony in London during May.
To go further:
More details about Ostria & ASK Yacht Design:
http://www.askyachtdesign.com/Projects/ostria.htm.
More details about BMT Nigel Gee:
http://www.bmtyachts.com/
More details about the Young Designer of the Year competition at:
http://www.rina.org.uk/worldsuperyachtaward
The designer Adrien Jousset (ASK Yacht Design) and naval architect Sylvain Julien (BMT Nigel Gee), have been selected as one of five finalists in the World Superyacht Awards - Young Designer of the Year 2009 - with a truly innovative design – Ostria.
“The high standard of entries presented the judges with no easy task in selecting the finalists”, stated Trevor Blakeley, Chief Executive of The Royal Institution of Naval Architects and Chairman of the judging panel. “The judges were impressed by the effort and quality of work presented, reflecting the undoubted talent of today’s young naval architects and marine designers, which surely bodes well for the future of the industry.”
Ostria not only has a radical look but has also been developed to provide an answer to an environmentally conscious owner. Throughout the project the focus has been set on producing a realistic and feasible solution to reduce the environmental impact of a Superyacht whilst creating a truly innovative design.
Although owners are increasingly interested in green designs, they are not usually prepared to compromise on the style, onboard facilities or the sailing experience. Ostria is the result of the convergence of these challenging and often conflicting aims.
Early in the project it appeared that a carbon free propulsion system was unrealistic. The power production capacity required to propel a 70 metre monohull to any decent speed across an ocean is far too demanding compared to any means of renewable, carbon free, energy production. Even the hotel load requirement could not be answered properly with such solutions unless a significant volume of the yacht was dedicated to this purpose.
The choice of the diesel electric propulsion plant therefore came naturally to provide the necessary flexibility to take advantage of secondary, renewable, carbon free means of energy production (existing or near term technology). Podded propulsors have been selected for their high efficiency but also for the flexibility they provide in the design of the general arrangement.
Where the machinery room is traditionally located; a large summer lounge with recreational facilities including sauna and gymnasium has taken its place. This provides the guests with a unique experience of proximity to the sea, in a level of comfort that cannot be reached by a traditional beach club.
Ostria has been equipped with 370 m2 of solar panels, and a 4 m tall retractable wind turbine estimated to reduce the amount of carbon emission by approximately 800 tonnes per year through the reduction of fuel consumption. The solar panel and wind turbine installation have been designed to become a fully integrated feature of the vessel style.
An in-depth study of the vessel’s main systems has also been undertaken to limit the hotel load as far as practically possible. From climate control to rain water collection, most solutions have been studied to assess their feasibility in the marine environment with the aim of reducing the overall energy consumption.
Ostria demonstrates that low carbon emissions and reduced fuel consumption (with its associated cost) can be achieved through a truly stunning design.
The prestigious annual World Superyacht Award - Young Designer of the Year is organised by The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) in association with Boat International, and sponsored by Camper & Nicholsons International. The overall winner will be announced at the awards ceremony in London during May.
To go further:
More details about Ostria & ASK Yacht Design:
http://www.askyachtdesign.com/Projects/ostria.htm.
More details about BMT Nigel Gee:
http://www.bmtyachts.com/
More details about the Young Designer of the Year competition at:
http://www.rina.org.uk/worldsuperyachtaward
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Royal Phuket Marina Host First Motor Show with Jaguar
(Phuket, Thailand, July 23, 2009) - Royal Phuket Marina is hosting its first motor show with the prestigious international brand, Jaguar, at the island’s new exhibition centre for large-scale events.
The RPM International Exhibition & Conference Centre is the stage for Jaguar's prestigious 'Six Senses Phuket Raceweek Test Drive' from Jul 22-26 to coincide with Jaguar’s Co-sponsorship of the regatta.
The high profile event is inviting 60 VIP guests from Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore Philippines and Thailand to test drive its latest 10MY XK & XFR range of cars
Expert drivers from Jaguar and Grand Prix International will instruct them in trying out the high-performance V8s, while guests of the luxury Six Senses Resort and Spa.
The XF has been voted 'Car of the Year' by two of the most influential British auto magazines, along with glowing recommendations from motor commentators worldwide.
The motor show and test-driving event is being based at the new indoor 2,500 square metre exhibition hall and outdoor event area of Thailand's premier 'luxury lifestyle community'.
Royal Phuket Marina has become the island's premier venue for large-scale events since opening last year, accommodating up to a thousand guests for 'society' receptions, weddings, product launches and exhibitions.
Three times larger than any existing exhibition facility on the island, it opened staging “Asia's favourite boat show”, the annual Phuket International Marine Expo (PIMEX).
More recently it hosted the southern Thailand launch of Coca Cola's new product, Coke Sleek, which included a live ‘mini concert’ by famous Thai band ‘The Grove Rider’.
The RPM International Exhibition & Conference Centre is a joint venture between Royal Phuket Marina and Informa (www.informa.com), the largest publicly-owned organiser of conferences and courses in the world, staging over 10,000 events annually.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Yacht Builder opens office in New York
Renowned British Yacht Builder - Sunseeker Yachts, partners with Atlantic Yacht & Ship at New Westchester Office
Mamaroneck, NY - June, 30, 2009 - With most of the boating industry on life support, and many boat builders downsizing or going bankrupt, the thriving Sunseeker Yachts has never been busier at their Poole, England factory. In fact, they're expanding - Teaming up with the 50 year-old yacht brokerage, Atlantic Yacht & Ship, at their new Mamaroneck, NY location. Atlantic Yacht & Ship will be a Sunseeker dealer covering from Maine to the Carolina's for new builds, and will have a worldwide presence for pre-owned sales.
Being largely popular in Europe, Sunseekers have grown in popularity over the past decade in North America. "We've noticed a big increase of younger buyers, who are attracted to the forward-thinking style of Sunseekers," said Ryan Wood, yacht broker at Atlantic Yacht & Ship. "One model, the 'Predator', is all black and silver; It looks like a Lamborghini. People freak when they see it," he added.
Sunseeker, with yachts ranging in size from 47 foot sport cruisers, to 46-Meter semi-custom tri-deck yachts, offer dynamic styling, high-end detailing, and cutting-edge technology. In Sunseeker's four decade history, there has been a certain cult following by owners who keep coming back to the quality and performance of the european-styled yachts.
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