Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025

Stella Maris in Hong Kong © Guy Nowell

The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit returns for its highly anticipated second edition at the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel in Hong Kong, scheduled for the 7th and 8th of May, 2025. Recognised as a leading event in the superyacht industry in Asia, this year’s summit will bring together key decision-makers, including representatives from family offices, yacht management companies, captains, brokers, and other industry leaders.

Set against the dynamic backdrop of Hong Kong, one of Asia’s most influential hubs for finance, commerce, and luxury, the summit will offer two days of essential discussions and strategic insights. With the Asian superyacht market continuing to expand, this event is a must-attend for those seeking to understand the evolving market landscape and capitalise on new opportunities. Early bird tickets are still available for purchase here: www.eventbrite.nl/e/asia-pacific-superyacht-summit-2025-tickets-1139739805439?aff=erelexpmlt&_gl=1*y0757j*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc0MzIyNTk0MS4xNzM4ODQwOTAy*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*MTczODg0MDkwMS4xLjAuMTczODg0MDkwMS4wLjAuMA..

Superyacht Times is proud to announce the confirmed topics for this year’s upcoming summit.

Opening presentation

The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit will begin with the presentation of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Market Report 2024/2025. This report provides an overview of recent developments in the region and outlines the principal topics for discussion throughout the event.

How to build a superyacht destination

With several countries, from Vietnam and the Maldives to Tahiti in French Polynesia, announcing their ambitions to develop as appealing destinations for superyachts, this discussion will explore what is required to enhance their allure. The panel will cover necessary advancements in regulations, infrastructure and marketing strategies to position these locations as more attractive for superyacht visitation. Confirmed Speakers: • Jean-Marc Poullet, Senior Partner Chairman Asia at Burgess • Laura Verbrugge, Sale & Charter Broker at Fraser • Manoa Rey, Research and Niche Marketing Coordinator at Tahiti Tourism

Presentations on marina developments across the Asia-Pacific region

Recent announcements have highlighted a range of marina projects across the Asia-Pacific region, from the Zamani Island development to the new Kobe Marina in Japan and the Skytopia project in Hong Kong. This session will feature in-depth presentations on these developments, exploring the motivations behind their initiation and the anticipated impacts on both local and regional yachting communities.

Confirmed speakers: • Amit Majumder, Co-Founder& Managing Partner at Atoll Estates • Nigel Beatty, YACHTZOO

With the increasing number of yachts visiting the Asia-Pacific region, the need for top tier refit and maintenance facilities is more critical than ever. This discussion will explore what changes are necessary to promote a thriving refit market and whether there is a case for establishing a top-tier refit yard in the region.

How to engage people through social media: Supercoolben

Discover the rise of Ben Sumadiwiria, better known as Bobby Saputra, who transitioned from chef to social media sensation. This session will explore how he leveraged viral content to cultivate a billion-dollar persona, reshaping digital storytelling with his creative approach. The discussion will also provide insights into luxury trends and perspectives from young Asian UHNWIs.

• Ben Sumadiwiria

Family offices in yachting

This panel will examine how family offices navigate yacht ownership, from acquisition and operational management to long-term financial planning and legacy considerations. It will also explore evolving investment trends and the ways in which family offices balance lifestyle benefits with asset management.

Emerging markets

As the Asia-Pacific region experiences a significant surge in wealth creation, particularly among the younger generation, spending patterns are evolving. This panel will bring together brokers from key emerging markets, including India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, to discuss what is needed to attract this new wave of wealth into yachting.

Confirmed speakers: Angel Zhou, China General Manager at Simpson Marine Ronnie Wang, Owner's representative at Yachting Encounters Asia Gautama Dutta, CEO & Director at Marine Solutions Distribution & Services

Reducing the energy consumption of yachts

As the yachting industry faces growing pressure to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact, new technologies are emerging to optimise energy consumption. This panel, featuring leading superyacht builders, will explore the latest advancements and their potential applications. Panellists will discuss how these innovations can be integrated into both new builds and refits, striking a balance between sustainability and operational performance.

Confirmed Speakers: Martin Lo, Director at Cheoy Lee Vladimir Zinchenko, CEO of GX Superyachts Chris Blackwell, Sales & Manager of Echo Marine Group

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a landmark event shaping the future of the superyacht industry in the dynamic Asia-Pacific region. Join the discussion and make a difference in this exciting market while expanding your network with the most influential people in the region.