#MikeDerrett
LightNews LightNews
ibidailynews.bsky.social
SE Asia Yachting Conference: keynote speakers revealed

By Mike Derrett

Azimut-Benetti CEO and SUTL chairman will provide insights into market trends

buff.ly/y3V9tae

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
SE Asia Yachting Conference: keynote speakers revealed
Azimut-Benetti CEO and SUTL chairman will provide insights into market trends
buff.ly
March 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Sunreef launches first Sunreef 100 Eco sailing catamaran

By Mike Derrett

The new vessel combines electric propulsion, battery storage..

Find out more here:  https://www.ibinews.com/news/sunreef-launches-first-sunreef-100-eco-sailing-catamaran/55333.article

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Sunreef launches first Sunreef 100 Eco sailing catamaran
The new vessel combines electric propulsion, battery storage and integrated solar technology; it will debut at the Monaco Yacht Show
www.ibinews.com
June 19, 2026 at 11:03 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Dates set for 1st Malaysian International Boat Show

By Mike Derrett

MYBOS will take place on Langkawi Island next month

buff.ly/aPC4ah0

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Dates set for 1st Malaysian International Boat Show
MYBOS will take place on Langkawi Island next month
ow.ly
April 23, 2025 at 8:01 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Sunreef Ultima 55 makes European debut at Cannes

By Mike Derrett

New performance catamaran brings foiling technology to the brand for the first time

https://f.mtr.cool/rwibywcims

#ibi #ibinews  #MikeDerrett
Sunreef Ultima 55 makes European debut at Cannes
New performance catamaran brings foiling technology to the brand for the first time
f.mtr.cool
September 11, 2025 at 1:03 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Bahrain to boost yacht tourism, maritime safety

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Government issues new edict aimed at reinforcing the island nation’s position as a leading regional hub for yacht tourism

buff.ly/4CCy1Fn

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Bahrain to boost yacht tourism, maritime safety
Government issues new edict aimed at reinforcing the island nation's position as a leading regional hub for yacht tourism
ow.ly
April 24, 2025 at 9:01 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
ENATA expands into Abu Dhabi

By Mike Derrett

The UAE-based marine and aerospace manufacturer is expanding its operations into Abu Dhabi through a partnership...

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/enata-expands-into-abu-dhabi/55338.article

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
ENATA expands into Abu Dhabi
The UAE-based marine and aerospace manufacturer is expanding its operations into Abu Dhabi through a partnership with Ajyal Holding, establishing a new advanced manufacturing complex focused on foiling vessels, UAVs and high-tech industrial production
www.ibinews.com
June 22, 2026 at 7:02 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Emerging markets: Could plans for a new Mumbai marina finally kickstart India’s boating boom?

By Mike Derrett

Backed by the Mumbai Port Authority, the 300-berth facility at Princess Dock marks a turning point ...

buff.ly/HwyPxdJ

#ibi #ibinews #marinas #MikeDerrett
Emerging markets: Could plans for a new Mumbai marina finally kickstart India’s boating boom?
Backed by the Mumbai Port Authority, the 300-berth facility at Princess Dock marks a turning point for the country's leisure boating sector, with construction tenders set for September 2025
ow.ly
July 21, 2025 at 1:04 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Interview: SUTL Group CEO Arthur Tay - ONE°15 and the future of yachting in Asia

By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/marinas/interview-sutl-group-ceo-arthur-tay-one15-and-the-future-of-yachting-in-asia/55268.article

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Interview: SUTL Group CEO Arthur Tay - ONE°15 and the future of yachting in Asia
Arthur Tay, chairman and CEO of Singapore's SUTL Group, shares his vision for marina development, sustainable growth and Asia's emergence as a global yachting powerhouse
www.ibinews.com
June 29, 2026 at 7:02 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
ZeroUSV’s Oceanus17 USV celebrated at official naming ceremony in Plymouth

By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/zerousvs-oceanus17-usv-celebrated-at-official-naming-ceremony-in-plymouth/55853.article?

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
ZeroUSV’s Oceanus17 USV celebrated at official naming ceremony in Plymouth
The Lady of the Lake name reflects the vessel's capabilities for resilient, multi-role operations across extended maritime missions
www.ibinews.com
August 19, 2026 at 7:02 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Gulf Craft launches second-generation SilverCat power catamaran range

By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/boat-launches/gulf-craft-launches-second-generation-silvercat-power-catamaran-range/55852.article

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Gulf Craft launches second-generation SilverCat power catamaran range
Updated line features increased beam-to-length ratio and reconfigured layouts, with SilverCat 47 Family Series as first model to incorporate new design direction
www.ibinews.com
August 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Singapore Yachting Festival announces expanded 2027 format

Read more here:
https://f.mtr.cool/cvnsdbqxgx

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Singapore Yachting Festival announces expanded 2027 format
The event will return in April 2027 with a new consumer-focused format designed to increase visitor engagement, attract qualified buyers and strengthen opportunities for exhibitors across the marine and luxury lifestyle sectors
f.mtr.cool
August 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
SilverCat broadens international dealer reach

Read more here:
https://f.mtr.cool/brkdjfbsqr

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
SilverCat broadens international dealer reach
IBI's Middle East correspondent visited SilverCat's production facility in July as the Gulf Craft Group brand continues to expand its international distribution network, increase production capacity and target new dealer appointments in South-East Asia
f.mtr.cool
August 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Business as usual for Dubai-based superyacht refit firm

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/business-as-usual-for-dubai-based-superyacht-refit-firm/55608.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Business as usual for Dubai-based superyacht refit firm
IBI's Middle East correspondent visits Autore, a specialist in superyacht refit and repair
www.ibinews.com
July 22, 2026 at 3:45 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Middle East update: Qatar suspends maritime activities until further notice

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/middle-east-update-qatar-suspends-maritime-activities-until-further-notice/55532.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Middle East update: Qatar suspends maritime activities until further notice
As tensions escalate in the Gulf, Qatar's temporary suspension of maritime activities raises fresh questions for the recreational marine sector
www.ibinews.com
July 14, 2026 at 3:21 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Gulf Craft’s new Superyacht Service Centre in full operation despite Gulf conflict

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

https://www.ibinews.com/news/gulf-crafts-new-superyacht-service-centre-in-full-operation-despite-gulf-conflict/55466.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Gulf Craft’s new Superyacht Service Centre in full operation despite Gulf conflict
IBI's Middle East correspondent toured the facility in Ajman last week
www.ibinews.com
July 7, 2026 at 3:35 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Autore builds “world’s largest” centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, Huntrex 70

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/autore-builds-worlds-largest-centre-console-outboard-sportsfishing-boat-huntrex-70/55441.article

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Autore builds “world’s largest” centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, Huntrex 70
Dubai-based Autore is building what it claims is the world's largest centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, the Huntrex 70
www.ibinews.com
July 3, 2026 at 4:45 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
ENATA reveals expansion plans amid UAE stability and shifting demand

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more here:  https://www.ibinews.com/news/enata-reveals-expansion-plans-amid-uae-stability-and-shifting-demand/55417.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
ENATA reveals expansion plans amid UAE stability and shifting demand
The foiling boat builder outlines its expansion plans, factory relocation and operational resilience amid recent regional tensions and shifting demand in the leisure market
www.ibinews.com
July 2, 2026 at 4:07 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Sunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/sunreef-yachts-in-uae-rides-out-supply-pressures-as-orders-build/55415.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Sunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build
Sunreef Yachts' Ras Al Khaimah operation is managing supply chain disruption and regional instability, with strong forward orders for its Ultima 55 and 88 models despite recent Gulf tensions
www.ibinews.com
July 1, 2026 at 3:31 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Gulf Craft appoints Kuwait dealer for SilverCat brand

By Mike Derrett

The UAE boatbuilder has expanded the distribution...

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/gulf-craft-appoints-kuwait-dealer-for-silvercat-brand/55392.article

#ibi #ibinews  #MikeDerrett
Gulf Craft appoints Kuwait dealer for SilverCat brand
The UAE boatbuilder has expanded the distribution network for its SilverCat range with the appointment of a new dealer in Kuwait, one of the Gulf region's largest leisure boating markets
www.ibinews.com
June 29, 2026 at 11:02 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
South Korea charts ambitious course to transform marine leisure industry

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more here:  https://www.ibinews.com/south-korea-charts-ambitious-course-to-transform-marine-leisure-industry/55368.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
South Korea charts ambitious course to transform marine leisure industry
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries unveils a sweeping strategy to boost marine tourism, modernise marina infrastructure, and position South Korea as a global player in yacht manufacturing and leisure boating
www.ibinews.com
June 24, 2026 at 4:15 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Sanlorenzo appoints Barbagallo Marine as Bluegame dealer in Western Australia

By Mike Derrett

The company strengthens regional..

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/sanlorenzo-appoints-barbagallo-marine-as-bluegame-dealer-in-western-australia/55217.article

#ibi #ibinews #MikeDerrett
Sanlorenzo appoints Barbagallo Marine as Bluegame dealer in Western Australia
The company strengthens regional dealer network with new Western Australia partnership
www.ibinews.com
June 8, 2026 at 4:15 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Navier targets Maldives with foiling ferry network

By Mike Derrett

The US builder and JIH Global plan Maldives foiling ferry network..

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/navier-targets-maldives-with-foiling-ferry-network/55216.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Navier targets Maldives with foiling ferry network
The US builder and JIH Global plan Maldives foiling ferry network of up to 100 vessels
www.ibinews.com
June 8, 2026 at 4:08 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Knight Frank: Superyacht market rebounds as 2025 sales surge

By Mike Derrett

Find out more here: https://www.ibinews.com/news/knight-frank-superyacht-market-rebounds-as-2025-sales-surge/55142.article

#ibi #ibinews  #MikeDerrett
Knight Frank: Superyacht market rebounds as 2025 sales surge
The 2026 Knight Frank Wealth Report reveals a strong market in 2025, with sales values up by 70%
www.ibinews.com
June 1, 2026 at 12:03 PM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Azimut CCO outlines Asian strategy at Singapore Yachting Festival

Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

Find out more - https://www.ibinews.com/news/azimut-cco-outlines-asian-strategy-at-singapore-yachting-festival/55033.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Azimut CCO outlines Asian strategy at Singapore Yachting Festival
Enrico Chiaussa, chief commercial officer EMEA-APAC at Azimut Yachts, talks to IBI about navigating Asia's evolving luxury yacht market
www.ibinews.com
May 18, 2026 at 9:02 AM
ibidailynews.bsky.social
Sunreef hosts virtual premiere of Ultima 88 at exclusive Singapore event

By Mike Derrett

https://www.ibinews.com/news/sunreef-hosts-virtual-premiere-of-ultima-88-at-exclusive-singapore-event/54868.article

#ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #MikeDerrett
Sunreef hosts virtual premiere of Ultima 88 at exclusive Singapore event
New catamaran is the second model built at the Polish builder's Ras Al Khaimah facility
www.ibinews.com
April 29, 2026 at 2:02 PM