From left to right: Jonathan Sit, Arthur Tay and Michael Ma.
Singapore, 15 April 2025 – ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove The Singapore Yachting Festival (SYF) 2025, held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove from 10 to 13 April 2025, has concluded on a celebratory note. The festival welcomed over 12,000 visitors. It featured more than 100 participating brands, with over 20 making their festival debut. With 70 yachts on display—including 10 premieres, two global debuts and 15 yachts over 24 metres—this year’s event reaffirmed Singapore’s reputation as Asia’s leading yachting hub.
“The response to SYF 2025 has been overwhelmingly positive, with visitors, exhibitors, and partners praising the curated experiences, innovative concepts, and range of yachts. It’s a strong affirmation of Singapore’s growing stature as Asia’s premier yachting hub. As the organiser, we’re proud to witness the continued expansion in both scale and impact, and we remain committed to raising the bar with each edition—delivering deeper engagement, stronger sustainability efforts, and broader global partnerships,” said Arthur Tay, Chairman & CEO of SUTL Group and ONE°15 Marina.
Yacht Premieres Steal the Show
Headlining the on-water exhibition was the magnificent 56-metre Charley 2 by Echo Yachts—the largest vessel on display at SYF 2025. Joining it were regional debuts from world-class brands such as:
Azimut Seadeck 7 by Azimut|Benetti Group – Famed for technological solutions aimed at reducing emissions by up to 40%.
Wallywhy150 by Ferretti Group – Impressing with a 270-degree wrap-around view and expansive main-deck master cabin.
Nomad 101 by Gulf Craft – Designed for long-range exploration with a 1,000NM cruising range.
Sunseeker 90 Ocean by DCH Marine – Offering a 30% increase in deck space and a standout Beach Club feature.
Seabob Asia Pacific by Cayago Luxury Sea Toys – Premiered the F9 models for the first time in Asia.
Song of Songs by Camper & Nicholsons – A beautiful 42.2m yacht built by Heysea that is available for charter.
Sustainability in Focus
This year’s Festival shone a spotlight on some yachts, which were leading the charge on environmentally conscious yachting:
The Sunreef 60 Eco by Sunreef Yachts made its Asia debut, showcasing solar-powered propulsion and advanced electric capabilities.
The Silent 62 by Silent Yachts wowed with a 16.8kW solar array and twin electric motors for clean cruising.
The Greenline 48 Fly by Derani Yachts earned praise for its hybrid engine and whisper-quiet operation.
The Rapido 500 ECO Power Cat by Rapido Catamarans features incredible fuel efficiency and a parachute sail add-on that enhances cruising experience.
Beyond Yachting: A Complete Luxury Lifestyle Experience
This year’s Festival went far beyond the marina—with a holistic approach to the luxury lifestyle that engaged high-net-worth individuals, families, collectors, and lifestyle enthusiasts alike.
J.P. Morgan Private Bank was the Official Bank Partner of this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival. With their support, the VIP Lounge offered an exclusive retreat for intimate client engagement and networking. Exquisitely curated canapés crafted with premium ingredients such as abalone and lobster, alongside a live oyster station, were provided by Chef De Maison. Guests also enjoyed bespoke whisky masterclasses by Brown-Forman, wine tasting by Wine Adore, a pampering hand massage by La Mer, and a premium space dressed by CANCAN FURNISHINGS for intimate client engagement and networking.
The debut of the Superyacht Lounge sponsored by Damen Yachting was an exclusive space dedicated to superyacht stakeholders, newly introduced to SYF in partnership with Rolls-Royce. From shipbuilders and designers to brokers and agents, the lounge offered a platform for deep industry dialogue for the superyacht community.
The Exhibition Pavilion at SYF 2025 was a vibrant hub of innovation and boating essentials, featuring a diverse mix of 37 brands that spanned the full spectrum of the boating and luxury lifestyle ecosystem. Exhibitors included Shenzhen Lannika Yachts offering lifestyle-inspired luxury yachts; Seakeeper with its Gyro Stabilisation solutions that redefine maritime comfort and performance; Asiatique Yacht Supplies – a regional distributor of leading brands of yacht paints and boat cleaning materials; Quality Marine Clothing, an Australian based shop for clothing & accessories; and Entropia, offering brokerage and charter services. The expanded Pavilion this year showcased the increasing breadth of services and equipment providers supporting the boating industry—including several Singapore-based companies.
An eye-catching display by Aston Martin elevated the arrival experience, featuring the sporty and elegant DB12 Volante—the world’s first open-top super tourer.
Live water toy demonstrations added adrenaline to the experience, while the expanded Festival Market, presented by JIU Asia, offered gourmet alfresco dining and premium spirits, boutique retail, and live entertainment—creating a vibrant social atmosphere across the marina.
“The 2025 edition of the Singapore Yachting Festival was a resounding success, marking our largest and most comprehensive showcase to date,” said Jonathan Sit, Regional General Manager, Marina Division, SUTL Enterprise. “This year’s event saw a notable increase in international buyers and regional exhibitors, further reinforcing Singapore’s position as a key hub in Asia’s yachting and luxury lifestyle landscape. We are deeply encouraged by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our exhibitors, and especially delighted to see many first-time sponsors and participants expressing strong interest in returning next year.”
The next edition of Singapore Yachting Festival is set to take place from 23 to 26 April 2026, with new benchmarks—not only in terms of scale and participation but also in its ability to shape conversations across the yachting, luxury, and innovation industries. Building on this momentum, the 2025 edition drew unprecedented attendance, further highlighting the Festival’s growing global influence and pivotal role in advancing the region’s yachting and luxury lifestyle landscape. We eagerly look forward to welcoming the global yachting community back for an even more exceptional celebration in April 2026.
For full festival information, visit singaporeyachtingfestival.com.
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