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Organiser Club Marina Cove has released the official promotional videos on Facebook and Instagram ahead of the 27th Hong Kong International Boat Show 2026, taking place in Sai Kung from Thursday 3 December to Sunday 6 December 2026.

Recently named “Boat Show in Asia-Pacific” at the Yacht Style Awards 2026 (Official Show Overview), Hong Kong’s longest-serving on-water showcase returns with an international fleet of motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans, and tenders from Italy, France, the United Kingdom, Finland, Poland, the United States, and China, alongside expanded shore-side exhibits covering marine electronics, propulsion systems, accessories, and watersports equipment (APSA Event Profile).

Admission is complimentary throughout the four-day show (Thursday 3 December, 14:00–18:00; Friday 4 to Sunday 6 December, 10:00–18:00). HKBIA will operate an entrance booth across all four days and host the annual HKBIA Cocktail Reception at Club Marina Cove on Friday 4 December 2026 from 18:00 to 20:00 (HKBIA Events). Full show details are available on our HKBIA Event Page and at hkinternationalboatshow-cmc.com.

機管局與摩納哥遊艇俱樂部建立合作關係 支持SKYTOPIA遊艇港灣發展

HKBIA congratulates Platinum Member Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) on signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) to support the development of SKYTOPIA Yacht Bay and foster long-term growth across Asia’s yachting sector. Announced on 9 November 2026 (Marina World; The Standard), the agreement was signed by AAHK Chief Executive Officer Vivian Cheung Kar-fay and YCM Secretary General and Managing Director Bernard d’Alessandri, building on an AAHK delegation visit led by Chairman Fred Lam Tin-fuk during September’s Monaco Yacht Show.

Under the MoU, both organisations will explore international marina affiliation under La Belle Classe Destinations, an initiative launched by YCM in 2011 to benchmark excellence across premier marinas and yachting destinations worldwide. Collaboration will also span joint promotion of nautical and superyacht events across Hong Kong and Monaco, alongside professional maritime and hospitality training programmes delivered through La Belle Classe Academy (Superyacht Guide).

Forming the waterfront centrepiece of AAHK’s SKYTOPIA Airport City blueprint adjacent to Hong Kong International Airport, SKYTOPIA Yacht Bay is planned to provide 500 berths—around half capable of accommodating superyachts—with initial marina phases targeted for completion in 2028/29.

Lantau Yacht Club 頂級遊艇展「2026 海上奢華盛會」首日人潮鼎盛 連繫業界夥伴 展現遊艇經濟活力

The fourth edition of the Lantau Yacht Club Boat Show – Festa Nautica 2026 ran from 6 to 8 November 2026 in Discovery Bay at Hong Kong’s first 5 Gold Anchor Platinum and Superyacht Ready Marina. Held as a signature extended showcase of the inaugural The Festival of Connoisseurs (TFOC) organised by Informa Markets and supported by the HKSAR Government’s Commerce and Economic Development Bureau (CEDB), the three-day celebration brought together policymakers, builders, brokers, and owners across the Greater Bay Area (HKBIA Event Listing).

More than 30 international and regional vessels lined the marina, featuring strong participation from HKBIA members including host venue Lantau Yacht Club, Camper & Nicholsons, DCH Marine (exhibiting nine yachts including Sunseeker and operating the Saxdor 400 GTC water shuttle), CL Yachts (Cheoy Lee Shipyards), and Lodestone Yachts, alongside Absolute Yachts, Azimut Yachts, and Ferretti Group / Riva. A debut Zhuhai Showcase also presented nine Mainland-built vessels and eight marine technology booths spanning equipment, custom lighting, and marina engineering.

On 6 November, 40 senior delegates from Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland, Monaco, Australia, the Netherlands, Spain, and Indonesia convened at the Industry Luncheon & Forum—“Shaping the Future of Hong Kong’s Yachting Economy”—hosted by the Hong Kong Yachting Association (HKYA) and sponsored by Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) to advance cross-boundary yacht tourism and Hong Kong’s planned pipeline of four new marinas adding over 1,100 berths (MarineBusinessWorld; The Standard).

2026中國海洋經濟博覽會（鹽田分會場）暨大梅沙灣區國際遊艇展 — 大梅沙灣區濱海對話

On 23 October 2026, HKBIA Honorary President Paul Zimmerman spoke at the 2026 China Marine Economy Expo (Yantian Sub-Venue) and Dameisha Bay Area International Yacht Show in Shenzhen. Addressing the Dameisha Coastal Dialogue, he presented “Greater Bay Archipelago: The Yantian Opportunity,” sharing Hong Kong’s experience to advance cross-boundary boating connectivity.

Wen Wei Po Coverage (24 Oct 2026)

On 18 October 2026, HKBIA Chairman Lawrence Chow spoke at the Fujian–Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Cruise & Yacht Industry Summit during Fuzhou’s 4th Fujian International Maritime Equipment Expo. Presenting the Greater Bay Archipelago vision, HKBIA and our members joined regional associations across China’s coastal Blue Economy Belt to advance cross-boundary boating collaboration.

HKBIA proudly attended the HKSAR’s Southbound Guangdong Yachts Maiden Voyage Ceremony at Lantau Yacht Club on 16 October 2026. Welcoming the first five Mainland yachts realises two-way GBA yacht travel, celebrating alongside our members Gold Coast Yacht Club, Hebe Haven Yacht Club, and Lodestone Yachts, plus APSA and SZBIA.

HKSAR Government GIA Press Release (16 Oct 2026)

Marina World Coverage (19 Oct 2026)

Dear Members,

The Hong Kong Boating Industry Association (HKBIA) continues its active dialogue with the HKSAR Government—including the Development Bureau and the Marine Department—to champion the long-term growth of Hong Kong's leisure marine, tourism, and recreational sectors in Kwun Tong.

Letter to DevB

Letter to Marine Department

Key Areas of Engagement

Our recent submissions and ongoing discussions focus on vital structural improvements needed to support our community:

• Expansion of Sheltered Waters & Moorings: While registered pleasure vessels have grown significantly over the past two decades, sheltered mooring spaces have remained static. We are strongly advocating for new marinas, typhoon shelter expansions, and designated mooring allocations across key locations.

• Strategic Waterfront Development: We continue to push for marine-friendly infrastructure in emerging and established districts—ranging from Sai Kung and Tolo Harbour to Kai Tak, Tseung Kwan O, and Victoria Harbour—incorporating landing steps, breakwaters, and facilities that connect water sports and boating directly to the community.

• Streamlined Governance: Establishing a dedicated cross-bureau framework and clear administrative oversight for water-based recreation is essential to unlock Hong Kong's maritime economy safely and efficiently.

We remain committed to representing your interests, fostering open cooperation with government officials, and ensuring that our industry's voice is heard at every level.

We will keep members updated as our discussions progress. Thank you for your continued support of the HKBIA.

Kind regards,

Lawrence Chow

Chair

On Friday, October 9, 2026, a delegation from the Hong Kong Boating Industry Association (HKBIA) conducted a high-level executive familiarisation visit to Nansha, Guangzhou. Kindly hosted by the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the Nansha Economic and Technological Development Zone, the delegation explored advanced maritime industrial clusters and engaged in strategic discussions regarding Greater Bay Area (GBA) marine collaboration.

The HKBIA delegation examined the region’s robust marine manufacturing capabilities, technical refitting infrastructure, and premier marina facilities. The itinerary featured key site visits to leading enterprises including Taicheng Ship Industry, Freya, and Yuexin Ocean Engineering, alongside a comprehensive tour of Nansha Marina.

A core focus of the visit was advancing the practical implementation of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Yacht Free-Travel Scheme. During the formal policy symposium, industry leaders and Nansha district authorities held productive dialogues addressing customs clearance efficiencies, inspection frameworks, and cross-boundary operational alignment to foster a seamless regional yachting ecosystem.

The HKBIA remains committed to building robust bridges across the GBA, unlocking new growth horizons for Hong Kong’s leisure marine trade, and strengthening professional partnerships throughout the Pearl River Delta.

Dear Members,

The Commerce Bureau of Nansha District, Guangzhou has invited HKBIA members to the “100 Boat Owners Gather in Nansha” Yacht Carnival, from Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November 2026. Owners are invited to sail to Nansha under the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao yacht free-travel scheme for three days of tours, an industry networking dinner (Nansha Yacht Night) and golf. The organiser arranges accommodation at the Nansha Grand Hotel. HKBIA is one of the supporting organisations.

To take part, please email the reply slip to HKBIA at chair@hongkongbia.com by Monday 12 October 2026. HKBIA will consolidate members’ registrations and submit them to the organiser. The programme, reply slip, official invitation and free-travel guide are all on the event page:

https://hongkongbia.com/event-6854759

各位會員：

廣州市南沙區商務局誠邀本會會員參加於2026年10月30日至11月1日舉行的「百名船東聚南沙」遊艇嘉年華，透過粵港澳遊艇自由行駕駛遊艇前往南沙，參與區內遊覽、「南沙遊艇之夜」行業交流晚宴及高爾夫球體驗。住宿由主辦方於南沙花園酒店統一安排。本會為支持單位之一。

有意參加者，請於2026年10月12日（星期一）前將參加回執電郵至本會 chair@hongkongbia.com，本會將統一整理並提交主辦方。活動安排、參加回執、正式邀請函及自由行指南均可於上述活動網頁下載。

Yours sincerely,
Lawrence Chow
Chair, Hong Kong Boating Industry Association

The English text was prepared with the help of AI translation, for convenience only. If there is any difference between the English and Chinese versions, the Chinese version prevails. 英文內容借助人工智能翻譯，僅供參考；中英文版本如有歧異，概以中文版本為準。

Asia Yachting extends its Fountaine Pajot representation across four key Asian markets, adding Singapore and Thailand to its established presence in Hong Kong and the Philippines.

Asia Yachting has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Fountaine Pajot with the expansion of its representation to Singapore and Thailand, creating a four-market network spanning Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. The expanded partnership covers Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans and Fountaine Pajot Yachts, further strengthening the brand’s presence and client support across the region.

The partnership expansion to Singapore and Thailand was marked during the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026.
Front row, from left: Kevin Corfa, Head of Fountaine Pajot Asia; Olivier Besson, Founder and CEO of Asia Yachting; Steven Guedeu, Deputy CEO of Fountaine Pajot; and Caroline Sorlut, Deputy Sales Director of Fountaine Pajot, joined by members of the Asia Yachting and Fountaine Pajot teams.

The sailing catamaran range includes the FP41, FP44, FP48, FP51 and FP55, while the Fountaine Pajot Yachts range includes models such as the FPY 59S, FPY 70S and FPY 70, offering clients a broad selection from cruising catamarans to larger luxury multihulls.

The expansion builds on a partnership that has developed steadily over the years. Asia Yachting expanded its Fountaine Pajot representation in Hong Kong to the builder’s motor catamarans in 2021, followed by sailing catamarans in 2023.

Asia Yachting identified early the growing trend of catamarans in Asia, as more yacht owners looked for greater space, comfort and versatility on the water. Since then, the company has sold multiple Fountaine Pajot motor and sailing catamarans, building a proven track record and practical experience in developing the multihull market in Asia.

“We have believed in the potential of catamarans in Asia for many years, and the market has continued to develop in that direction,” said Olivier Besson, Founder and CEO of Asia Yachting. “Through our years of experience with Fountaine Pajot and the luxury yachting market in Asia, we have built a strong understanding of what owners in the region are looking for. Expanding into Singapore and Thailand is a natural next step for our partnership and allows us to bring that experience to an even wider client base.”

With representation now spanning four key Asian yachting markets, the expanded partnership will be supported by the continued development of local sales and after-sales capabilities, together with yacht showcases, client activities and major yachting events across Asia. Asia Yachting and Fountaine Pajot will continue working together to strengthen the brand’s regional presence and provide clients with dedicated sales and after-sales support.

Four markets. One shared vision.