This year’s Malaysia Boat Show (MYBOS), was made up of 25 vessels in the water and 12 exibitors ashore, with a strong and highly visible contingent from Phuket’s marine industry.

Held between Apr 2-6, the second edition of MYBOS brought together yacht brands, brokers, marine businesses and industry professionals from across the region. As the afternoon sun settled over the marina on Langkawi Island, the pontoons at MYBOS quickly became a meeting point not just for yacht buyers but also curious visitors.

A relatively new marina with a fascinating history has persevered through adversity to emerge as a challenger to the heart of Thailand’s boating industry in nearby Phuket.

The estate on which Port Takola in Krabi province, southern Thailand, was constructed has been in Matthew na Nagara’s family for over 100 years. In this time it has been a coconut plantation, shrimp farm, abandoned wasteland and, now, a full-service marina some 30 nautical miles east of Phuket.

Derani Yachts is proud to invite you to the Singapore Yachting Festival 2026, taking place from 23–26 April 2026 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. Positioned at the gateway to Asia’s marine industry, the festival brings together leading yacht builders, marine brands, lifestyle exhibitors and buyers from across the region.

At this year’s show, Derani Yachts will be exhibiting three standout models on the dock while also representing our full portfolio of exclusive yacht brands and services across Southeast Asia.

ASIAMARINE will be present at the Singapore Yachting Festival 2026, held from April 23 to 26 at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. Our display this year features three models selected for their engineering and functional relevance to the Asian market, spanning the motor, multihull, and sailing categories.

The Singapore Yachting Festival 2026 Lineup

Galeon 440 Fly

Lagoon 51

Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54

We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Bluu Asian Kitchen & Bar at the Royal Phuket Marina from 5pm on Friday the 8th of May.

We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be the Thailand International Boat Show 2026 which will take place at the award-winning Phuket Yacht Haven Marina between the 14th and the 17th of January 2027, with over 6,000 visitors and more than 100 exhibitors expected to attend. See www.thailandinternationalboatshow.com

📍 14-17th January 2027

📌 Phuket Yacht Haven Marina

Save the date and join us for an exclusive luxury showcase!

For information about being an exhibitor and/or sponsor

📞 +66 (0) 76 600 225

📧 info@thailandinternationalboatshow.com

Come stroll along the most beautiful yacht marina view in Pattaya at Ocean Marina Resort Pattaya Jomtien. Dress up in a stylish Thai traditional outfit and take photos, check in.

Then shop for art and crafts, and enjoy a variety of food and drinks from food trucks.

Enjoy activities and a romantic evening atmosphere.

April 3-5, 2026

3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Boardwalk Bistro and Bar at the Phuket Boat Lagoon from 5pm on Friday the 3rd of April 2026.

Sponsorship for drinks is available for just 12,000 baht and includes a generous promotional package from our media sponsors The Phuket News and Phuket Live 89.5. Send us a message or email growboatingphuket@gmail.com for more details.

Derani Yachts is pleased to announce our participation in the Malaysia International Boat Show (MYBOS) 2026, taking place at the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club.

Set against the spectacular backdrop of Langkawi, MYBOS continues to grow as one of the region’s key yachting events, bringing together leading brands, industry professionals, yacht owners, and boating enthusiasts from across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

Dates: April 2 - 5, 2026

Superyacht Charter in Asia: A Strategic Guide for Owners

As superyacht ownership continues to expand across Asia, more owners are beginning to ask a strategic question: Should charter form part of the ownership model?

Once viewed primarily as a European and US practice, chartering is now increasingly explored by Asia-based owners. Not as a commercial enterprise, but as a structured way to optimise usage, offset operational costs and enhance long-term asset positioning.

Series 1 of the OMJ Thailand Platu Championship 2026 wrapped up at Ocean Marina Jomtien after a competitive opening round that saw six teams complete 13 races on the Gulf of Thailand.

Consistency across the series proved decisive, with Easy Tiger helmed by Aaron Taunt (AUS) taking first place overall with a net score of 21 points. Strong performances throughout the regatta kept them at the top of the leaderboard.

Grow Boating Pattaya at Ocean Marina Jomtien.

Join friends and familiar faces from the local boating community for casual drinks, easy conversation and a chance to catch up by the water. Whether you’re based in Pattaya or passing through, it’s an open evening to meet others working and spending time around boats in the Gulf of Thailand.

We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the RPM Members’ Lounge at the Royal Phuket Marina from 5pm on Friday the 6th of March.

We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be Royal Phuket Marina, a distinguished world-class destination that combines luxury waterfront living with an award-winning, state-of-the-art marina. Nestled in tropical Phuket, we're premier mixed-use development and a leader in environmental stewardship. See https://royalphuketmarina.com/

The Thailand International Boat Show, A Luxury Lifestyle Event 2027 (TIBS) returns to the award-winning Phuket Yacht Haven Marina from 14–17 January 2027, welcoming more than 6,000 visitors and over 100 leading exhibitors from across the marine and luxury lifestyle industries.

Catering to boating enthusiasts and high-net-worth individuals, this prestigious event will attract international jet-setters, yacht owners, and luxury lifestyle seekers to experience the very best in nautical innovation, design, and entertainment.

Boat Lagoon Yachting would like to thank everyone who visited their display at the Thailand Boat Festival, held from 15–18 January 2026 at the Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina, and for joining them at their Princess Yachts Home in South East Asia.

“Your time with us—whether at the stand, on board the stunning line up of Princess and Jeanneau Yachts on display or during our Princess 60 years party helped make this event a meaningful and successful start to the 2026 yachting season.”

Fountaine Pajot has announced the launch of the FP51, representing the evolution of its proven 50-foot platform and building on the success of the Aura 51. Integrating select design refinements and updates now seen across Fountaine Pajot’s new-generation sailing range, the FP51 retains the core DNA that made its predecessor a benchmark in its class, while introducing targeted improvements focused on comfort, usability and long-term cruising enjoyment. Externally, the FP51 features cleaner lines, an optimised helm station and improved deck ergonomics, enhancing both sailing performance and ease of handling.

The Thai Yachting Business Association (TYBA) is pleased to share an important update to the Thai Charter License made by the Ministry of Transport.

The TYBA was instrumental in the inception of the Thai Charter License for yachts of a minimum length of 30 meters in 2015. Since then, TYBA has lobbied to reduces the minimum required length of yacht eligible to apply for the license, from 30 to 24 meters

Ahoy, Boaters!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by setting sail on a romantic boat convoy to the stunning Sai Phi Phi Island and Anantara Koh Yao Yai? The Royal Phuket Marina invite you to join them for this enchanting adventure, where love will be in the air and the beauty of the sea will be your backdrop.

Imagine cruising through crystal-clear waters, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, and creating unforgettable memories with your special someone or fellow boating enthusiasts. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a unique and magical experience together.

Fast, tactical one-design racing kicks off the season at Ocean Marina Jomtien with Round 1 of the Thailand OMJ Platu Championship. Expect close fleet racing, tight mark roundings, and consistent Gulf of Thailand conditions.

A couple of Charter Boats left for Round 1 - contact https://www.facebook.com/PlatuThaiOMJ