All Asia Pacific articles – Page 65
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NewsNZ builders return to amphibious boat market
NZ boatbuilders Orion and Smuggler Marine have resumed production of their amphibious boats following a Court of Appeal decision last month that Sealegs had previously won in order to stop them from making amphibious vessels.
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NewsTAITRA co-hosts Singapore event to promote Taiwan boatbuilding
The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), in collaboration with the Singapore Boating Industry Association (SBIA), recently organised an event to promote Taiwan boat manufacturing to Singapore marine industry members.
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NewsGrand Banks posts 4th quarter and year-end results
Singapore-based Grand Banks reports lower revenue and profitability for 2019, but remains bullish about 2020 based on a robust order book and four-years of restructuring initiatives
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NewsAsian involvement with Clipper Round-the-World Race grows
The Clipper Round-the-World race, which has long had a strong connection with Asia, especially China, is seeing an expansion of these links with new teams being entered by South Korea and Vietnam.
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News“World’s largest travel lift” given colourful official launch
What is said to be the world’s largest marine travel lift, the 1,120-tonne capacity named ‘Bessy’, was officially launched into service earlier this month at the BSE Maritime Solutions-Cairns Slipway shipyard in Cairns, Australia. The launch combined a dramatic mix of lights, fireworks and music.
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NewsNew Fiji marina aims to be ‘plastic free’
The new 150-berth Nawi Island Marina in Fiji, which is due for completion by November 2020, plans to be one of the first green marinas in the world by banning single-use plastic bags. The marina and associated resort will also be powered by renewable solar energy.
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NewsThailand boosts tourism industry to help combat economic woes
Thailand’s economy is experiencing hard times due to the US-China trade sanctions, a drought and a bull market for the Baht. In response, the government has launched a Baht316bn (US$10.3bn) stimulus package specifically focused on tourism and agriculture. Expanding marine tourism is a key element of Thailand’s tourism industry development ...
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NewsAustralian start-up unveils electric hydrofoil PWC
Electro.Aero, an Australian start-up based in Perth, has developed what it claims is the world’s first electric hydrofoil personal watercraft – the WaveFlyer.
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NewsMoonen Yachts under Australian ownership
Moonen Yachts, the Dutch superyacht builder that went bankrupt this summer, says Matthew and Louise Baxter of Australia are its new owners, replacing Mexican steel giant Altos Hornos de Mexico (AHMSA).
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NewsUp to 75 boats damaged in Auckland storms
Severe weather described by one observer as ‘a mini tornado’ in Auckland resulted in damage to yachts and marina facilities on Monday night, according to a report by Stuff, the New Zealand news outlet.
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NewsTrump blinks on new tariff threat
US President Donald Trump has softened his position on a threat made earlier this month to levy a new 10% tariff on US$300bn worth of Chinese goods not already subject to existing tariffs.
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NewsEnterprise Florida creating jobs through export growth
With only 4% of US companies exporting goods, state organisations like Enterprise Florida play an important role in helping businesses move into foreign markets with the goal of stimulating job growth through export growth. So, it’s no surprise that nine of the 13 US exhibitors at the Sydney International Boat ...
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NewsMaritimo pursues ambitious global expansion plan
An active new model launch programme, major facility investment, and increasing the global reach of its international dealer network are all facets of the ambitious expansion strategy for Maritimo, the Australian luxury yacht builder.
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NewsJohnson Yachts looks to a strong future after celebrating 30 years
In terms of the Taiwanese superyacht building sector over recent decades, Johnson Yachts Co Ltd, which recently celebrated 30 years, is without doubt a survivor.
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NewsSunseeker East Coast Australia expands Queensland presence
One of the newest tenants at the Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) is Sunseeker East Coast Australia (SECA), the official dealer for the leading UK luxury yacht brand. The Sunseeker East Coast Australia dealership covers the key markets in Australia of Queensland and New South Wales plus Victoria.
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NewsPearl Yachts targets Asian market
The UK’s Pearl Yachts has formed a new collaboration with NextWave Yachting, a yacht services and brokerage company serving clients in Hong Kong. Following the signing of an agreement in early July, NextWave Yachting will now act as the exclusive dealer of Pearl Yachts in this region.
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NewsSydney International Boat Show dubbed a “resounding success”
With total attendance at just over 60,000 people, the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) was dubbed a “resounding success” by its organisers, the Boating Industry Association (BIA).
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NewsNMMA hosts ‘Cheers & Beers’ reception at Sydney show
When trying to establish contacts and a foothold in a new, overseas market it’s not enough to just show up; it requires legwork and marketing, and in some cases, a little libation.
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NewsBIA president calls boating “the drug of choice”
Australia’s Boating Industry Association (BIA) president Darren Vaux opened the 52nd edition of the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) last week by telling his members and exhibitors from around the world that the industry should adopt a universal promotional message: “Boating: The Drug of Choice.”
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NewsUS manufacturers hope to win over ‘Down Under’
The 52nd edition of the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) opened on Thursday with the first-ever USA Pavilion – a block of 15 equipment, component and boat manufacturers exhibiting in a single location as part of the National Marine Manufactures’ Association (NMMA) Export Development Program.
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