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Insight: Could China become a yacht building powerhouse?

This article explores and assesses yacht construction in China.

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Founded in 2015 by Paolo Dose, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>, based in Trieste, Italy specialises in the interior and exterior design of superyachts. The firm has collaborated with numerous shipyards worldwide, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King (Company)">Ocean King</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a>. Notably, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD</a> has penned the exterior designs for the entire <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a> 47m Virtus series, with the latest addition being the 47.3-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ancora47.3m (155'2&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2023">Ancora</a>.&nbsp;Throughout his extensive career and before the inception of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>, Paolo Dose has collaborated on projects with international designers such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/65" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuvolari Lenard (Company)">Nuvolari Lenard</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/69" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Winch Design (Company)">Winch Design</a>, as well as shipyards such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">Isa Yacht</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tecnomar (Company)">Tecnomar</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/375" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baglietto S.p.A. (Company)">Baglietto</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a>.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Superyacht Times</a> had the opportunity to interview <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a> founder Paolo Dose to explore his background, his approach to working with clients from diverse geographical backgrounds, and insights into the latest trends and ongoing projects. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293786/image/large-ed9fb8e9bbbfb9781786dd713aae3150.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293786">Could you tell me about your background and what led to your entry into the yachting industry?I've always had a passion for yacht design, which initially led me to consider pursuing a career as a naval architect when I studied engineering in Trieste. After a year of studying, I had the privilege of meeting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luciano Di Pilla Design (Company)">Luciano Di Pilla</a>, a prominent figure in the world of interior yacht design, known for his work on some of the largest yachts of his era. His portfolio included refit projects on the 86-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/297" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kingdom 5KR86.0m (282'2&quot;)Benetti SpA1980">Kingdom 5KR</a> (previously called Nabila) and the 114-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm &amp; Voss</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Moura104.85m (343'12&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH1990">Lady Moura</a>, as well as the interior design of the 112.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/268" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bremer Vulkan (Company)">Bremer Vulkan</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/299" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Le Grand Bleu112.8m (370'1&quot;)Bremer Vulkan2000">Le Grand Bleu</a>.I was presented with the opportunity to work alongside him, which led me to leave university and join his team. I believed that gaining hands-on experience with the best in the industry was more valuable than completing my education. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luciano Di Pilla Design (Company)">Di Pilla</a> had great faith in me and our first joint project involved the refitting of the guest area on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Moura104.85m (343'12&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH1990">Lady Moura</a> in 2001.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/114470/image/large-ea6407487ecddf9bfa63408b5effca4d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/114470">You are involved in both interior and exterior yacht design. Did you initially start with interior design and then expand your expertise to include exterior design?In the early stages of my career I was primarily focused on interior design and my expansion into exterior design happened somewhat by chance. In 1999, I was skilled at creating virtual renderings. It was during this time that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luciano Di Pilla Design (Company)">Di Pilla</a> expressed the need for someone to develop renderings that represent his ideas. As our collaboration evolved, he noticed that I had an eye for colours and materials, and suggested I venture into interior design on my own. Driven by my interest, I started creating interior renderings independently. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luciano Di Pilla Design (Company)">Di Pilla</a> then started to encourage me to expand in exterior design renderings, even though he himself was not involved in that aspect. Around 2001, my skills in exterior design further developed when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim Heywood</a> came to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luciano Di Pilla Design (Company)">Di Pilla</a> to provide consulting on a 70-metre project. I spent some time with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">Tim</a> and enjoyed learning from him and working in exterior design.&nbsp;Could you share the story of founding&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>&nbsp;and how the firm has evolved over the years?I established <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a> in 2015 with the primary aim of forming partnerships with shipyards to bring our design projects to life. Our journey began with refits on smaller yachts, including a 25-metre sailing yacht. Then in 2016, we collaborated with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a> on a concept, and by 2017 were initiated our first full-project, the interior and exterior design of the 43.69-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6838" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tatiana V43.69m (143'4&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2019">Tatiana V</a>, delivered in 2019. Subsequently, we penned the exterior of the 35.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7873" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Star35.5m (116'6&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2020">Sea Star</a>, delivered in 2020.In 2017, we started to work with the Chinese shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a>. Our first project encompassed both interior and exterior design for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> Asteria 142 series. The project's first unit was the 42.27-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a>, delivered in 2022. Currently, we remain actively involved in the design of the second and third units, each measuring 43.27-metres in length, in addition to overseeing the production of two lines of catamarans and a 35-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> yacht.In 2019, we then partnered with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King (Company)">Ocean King</a> for the exterior and interior design of the 36.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King (Company)">Ocean King</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8690" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vãyus36.8m (120'9&quot;)Ocean King2023">Vãyus</a>, which saw its launch this year. 2023 stands as our most successful year to date, with six yachts ranging from 37 to 47-metres and originating from three different continents and tailored to unique and discerning owners.&nbsp;For a designer, one pivotal moment holds paramount importance, the first launch. The outcome of this inaugural project can make or break a career. A successful launch, indicating the creation of a high-quality product, paves the way for career progression. A less favourable outcome can pose significant challenges.In the case of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>, we have substantially developed and grown since 2017, following our successful first launch, which subsequently has led to our involvement in a total of 12 projects.&nbsp;Could you please share the origins of your collaboration with&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a>&nbsp;and any upcoming projects you have in partnership with them?&nbsp;Our collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a> was facilitated by a mutual acquaintance, Lorenzo Cappugi. The collaborative synergy between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a> has consistently delivered successful superyacht projects, with the VIRTUS line being a notable example. This year along with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ancora47.3m (155'2&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2023">Ancora</a>, we have launched the 39.43-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10783" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reverie39.43m (129'4&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2023">Reverie</a>, the 43.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gisa43.5m (142'9&quot;)Mengi Yay Yachts2023">Gisa</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/292138/image/large-84050ed1045df7af367e2c1edcdb4f39.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/292138">Currently, we are expanding the Virtus series with the luxury explorer XP series, which was unveiled during <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2022">Monaco 2022</a>. Two 53-metre units are currently under construction, with scheduled delivery in 2025.To transform the design of the luxury explorer XP series into reality, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD</a> starts from the inside, perfecting and optimising the general arrangement (GA) to ensure a balanced and enjoyable yacht. Once the interior spaces are interconnected and well-conceptualised, we extend our design process to the exterior, creating a shell that not only contains but also enhances the interior innovations. The result is a vessel that combines the sturdiness and safety of an explorer yacht with the modernity and style of the Virtus Line, offering a "Luxury Explorer" experience.&nbsp;Key design features of this under 500 GT project include an owner's cabin on the upper deck with access to a private open deck with a pool, a permanent helideck, a spacious beach club with a pool directly connected to the sea through unfolding sea terraces, guest cabins on the main deck for optimised crew space on the lower deck, exterior areas that can be either open or enclosed through windshield glass and a substantial elevator connecting all decks.My most recent design with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a>, involves the construction of the 34.5-metre explorer yacht named Atlante Classic, with a scheduled delivery in 2025.Could you provide insights into recent emerging trends within the yacht industry?In the 1990s, many yacht owners had a limited understanding of the technical nuances, such as the differences between composite, steel, and aluminium as well as distinctions between displacement and semi-displacement hulls. However, the landscape has evolved significantly. Today, yacht owners tend to be more knowledgeable and proactive in their enquiries, thanks to factors like globalisation and easy access to information. Moreover, seasoned owners with four, five, or six vessels under their belts, now have a clearer vision of what they seek in the market. As a designer, my role now often extends beyond aesthetics. I frequently find myself engaged in discussions covering a range of topics, from generator engines and stabilisers to hull forms. While my primary focus is on design, I also delve into engineering discussions to address the intricate demands of modern yacht owners.The shift in preferences has been notable with speed no longer the exclusive focus. Instead, there is a growing emphasis on comfort, insulation, reduced noise, and the efficient utilisation of interior space.If you could purchase your own yacht or advise a client, is there one design feature you feel has the most impact on a luxurious experience onboard?<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293785/image/large-e7f435a76ce10f5c1257686c9863647d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293785">The ideal onboard experience lies in the versatility of spaces. Specifically, areas like the sky lounge and saloon should be designed with a sense of adaptability. For instance, these spaces should be convertible so that, in the spring, you can enclose and control the internal climate, while in the summer, they can be fully open to the elements. This means that you can choose to keep them open during the day and, if needed, close them at night. The idea is to create flexibility in these spaces, avoiding rigidity.&nbsp;Moreover, I also appreciate the concept of neutral fixed furniture, walls, ceilings, and floors. This neutrality allows for the ease of updating and modernising the interior over the years by making changes to specific elements. This way, you can maintain a contemporary interior with minimal adjustments.Finally, any exciting projects or developments you would like to unveil? <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293789/image/large-8eb136347b2ab818302ddabefe2031dd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293789">Besides our ongoing collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mengi Yay Yachts (Company)">Mengi Yay</a>, we are also engaged in a venture with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7053" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Tureddi (Company)">Tureddi Shipyard</a>. Furthermore, In recent months, we have been involved in another &nbsp;project: a spacious and truly sustainable catamaran. We view this vessel as a platform to explore innovative solutions and challenge the limits traditionally associated with multi-hull designs, particularly in terms of space and luxury.

Meet designer Paolo Dose: Founder of VYD Studio

Superyacht Times had the opportunity to interview VYD Studio founder Paolo Dose

SuperYacht Times is pleased to announce that it is organising the first edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2024">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> set for the Spring of 2024. The two-day summit will be held in Hong Kong with the goal of developing the Asian superyacht market in a bid to attract more yachts to the region.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/223287/image/large-41a937ac5aba5a83083c5a537a0dbd16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/223287">SuperYacht Times is already successfully organising a similar event in the Middle East, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/events/gulf-superyacht-summit-2023" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>, and the two events will complement each other, as they will benefit from more yachts travelling eastwards.&nbsp;“In the past few years, there has been a declining interest from the superyacht industry in the Asian market,” says Merijn de Waard, Founder &amp; Director of SuperYacht Times. “With the market slowing down globally, the superyacht industry needs to look further again and there is still a tremendous opportunity in Asia with more than 950 billionaires, according to Forbes.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/197184/image/large-9d11820bd20a8b72a31b6b2cf424ce58.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/197184">With many new marinas in Asia under development and a growing interest from tourism authorities aiming to attract yachts, there is an opportunity to convince more owners and captains to cruise in Asia.The construction of superyachts is also on the rise in Asia and according to <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>, there are currently more than 76 superyachts under construction in Asia. Some of the major builders in the Asia-Pacific region are <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silver Yachts (Company)">Silver Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/517" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cheoy Lee (Company)">Cheoy Lee</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/963" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Johnson Yachts (Company)">Johnson Yachts</a> and several others.Asia can also benefit from the growing number of yachts that visit the Middle East and with all the developments in the Red Sea, as it will encourage only more yachts will come. If the Asian and Middle Eastern authorities and professionals work together it can be of great benefit to both regions. &nbsp;"We are delighted to hear that SuperYacht Times, is going to host its first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2024">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> in Hong Kong, the birthplace of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1011" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Marine (Company)">Simpson Marine Group</a>. With the 40 years anniversary celebrations on our agenda for next year, what better occasion to reaffirm Asia’s yachting centre, Hong Kong, on the global superyacht map and welcome industry experts for a series of discussions on the future developments and opportunities for superyachts in Asia-Pacific, the fastest growing market by region today. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2024">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> coincides also with expansion of our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1011" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Marine (Company)">Simpson Superyachts</a> division and appointment of James Clayton as Division Head, and therefore we are looking forward to becoming strategic partners with the Summit providing a decades-long Asian perspective on this industry segment”, says Ewa Stachurska, Marketing Director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1011" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Marine (Company)">Simpson Marine Group</a>.The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2024">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> will be the place where key decision-makers from the different Asian regions and global superyacht industry professionals meet. Discussions will focus on the development of Asia as a superyacht cruising destination and how to get more Asian clients interested in the construction, purchase, and charter of yachts.&nbsp;Nigel Beatty, Chairman, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">Asia Pacific Superyacht Association</a>, commented, "<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">APSA</a> is very pleased to hear that SuperYacht Times is planning to organise the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> that will help promote the region as a destination for superyachts and help to grow the market further. We at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (Company)">APSA</a> will support the event and look forward to working with the SYT team."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/284352/image/large-070a15a6bb599cfedd5341c6ba9be969.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/284352">Join the discussion and make a difference in this exciting uncharted market while extending your network with the most influential people within the region.Contact our team at <a href="mailto:sales@superyachttimes.com" title="">sales@superyachttimes.com</a> if you wish to be involved in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/213" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit - 2024">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit</a> 2024.&nbsp;

SuperYacht Times unveils Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit

SuperYacht Times has unveiled the first Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit, due to take place in 2024.

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2024 announced by SuperYacht Times

A brand new 42.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a> has entered the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/song-of-songs/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Song of Songs for sale</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="42m Heysea superyacht Song of Songs delivered (2022-11-10 10:00:00 +0100)">was recently delivered</a> as the first of two hulls from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> facility in Jiangmen, China.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250417/image/large-c51b543ebf9aa889831a50b13a2ab628.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250417">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is constructed in GRP to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> classification and delivered under the Cayman Islands flag. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> has been styled inside and out by Italian design company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>, which was responsible for both her interior and exterior design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248584/image/large-f30a1fd41e3e79399377f8dc874ad417.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248584"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248583/image/large-8976e0fb85ab9f69f61b16896b783808.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248583"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248582/image/large-d9b06adb5c37d83885e474802790fa2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248582">The construction of the 431 GT yacht for sale was overseen by a highly experienced duo of a build captain and project manager. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a> is described by her designers as ‘the perfect combination of harmony and simplicity.’<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250410/image/large-795336755397f36d4d9734964dd08041.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250410"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250409/image/large-8db11c3186b035df60823beb0c9fba58.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250409">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/heysea/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Heysea yacht for sale</a> features an extensive use of glass with large bulwarks cut-outs on the main deck and uninterrupted glazing on the upper deck. She is equipped with a square Jacuzzi on the sun deck and an alfresco dining area for up to 12 guests. She also features a spacious beach club on the lower deck for relaxation on the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250420/image/large-e2acd828bc16c3b4b8fbfcbaed5c56ab.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250420">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> can accommodate as many as 12 guests between six spacious staterooms, each of which features an ensuite bathroom. The master suite is situated on the yacht's upper deck and it faces aft overlooking a private terrace. The additional suites are made up of three doubles and one convertible twin making her the ideal yacht for families and charters.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250414/image/large-87c85c7b3f127ebbd75f98cc9a2f9045.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250414"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250416/image/large-7af4842542c6694a390fc39cef254e39.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250416"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248585/image/large-7d8b888daccc8320d07e1b9c636fee10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248585"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines that give her a top speed of 19 knots, a cruising speed of 13 knots and a maximum range of 2,000 nautical miles. There is a lower deck tender garage just forward of the beach club and tenders launch on horizontal davits through shell doors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248587/image/large-35d5ea2c1a7331d0f7ffe028799bcec6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248587">

42m Heysea yacht Song of Songs for sale

The 42m Heysea motor yacht Song of Songs for sale was recently delivered and has now entered the market.

Brand new 42m Heysea superyacht Song of Songs for sale

China-based builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> has announced the delivery of the first 42.27-metre Asteria 139 yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a>. The motor yacht is the first of two hulls in-build from the Heysea Yachts facility in Jiangmen, China, to hit the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248589/image/large-4b4449f45552dbf2386c774fb4816db7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248589"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a> has been styled inside and out by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD</a> which was responsible for her interior and exterior design. She is described by her designers as ‘the perfect combination of harmony and simplicity.’<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248584/image/large-f30a1fd41e3e79399377f8dc874ad417.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248584"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248583/image/large-8976e0fb85ab9f69f61b16896b783808.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248583">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> yacht has been designed with entertainment and relaxation in mind. She is equipped with a rectangular Jacuzzi on the sun deck and an alfresco dining area for up to 12 guests. Those looking to soak up some sun can do so on the spacious foredeck, while the superyacht beach club allows easy access to the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248586/image/large-74fbc762e2da117221ed96807ef04e91.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248586"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248585/image/large-7d8b888daccc8320d07e1b9c636fee10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248585">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6625" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Song of Songs42.27m (138'8&quot;)Heysea Yachts2022">Song of Songs</a> is equipped with twin 1,900 horsepower <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 engines that provide her with a maximum speed of 17 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248587/image/large-35d5ea2c1a7331d0f7ffe028799bcec6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248587">

Heysea’s 42m motor yacht Song of Songs delivered

The 42m Heysea motor yacht Song of Songs has been delivered. She is the first hull in the Asteria 139 yacht series.

42m Heysea superyacht Song of Songs delivered 

Yacht brokers of Hong Kong have had a phenomenal couple of years as the local appetite for superyachts has grown. There has been a boom in “demand for anything between 15-metres through to 45-metres, and around 500 yachts have been sold in Hong Kong in the last two years,” Eric Noyel, Founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Marine (Company)">Asia Marine</a> &amp; Managing Director of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> Asia, told SYT. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/223285/image/large-af2e2abb128e9080583b34b18780bff1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/223285">While the appetite has predominantly been satisfied by European builds, local yacht builders have also been kept extremely busy. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kingship Yacht (Company)">Kingship</a>, for one, currently has multiple projects underway, Managing Director, Roger Liang confirmed. “We are currently building a 45-metre motor yacht designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horacio Bozzo Design (Company)">Horico Bozzo of Axis studio</a>, and have just delivered a 24-metre catamaran to a buyer who’ll navigate around one of the largest lakes in Southern China.” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/282" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kingship Yacht (Company)">Kingship</a> built six steel displacement yachts, that are full class and adhere to MCA standards, in the last 10 years. The yard also delivered three high-speed catamaran to clients in Southern China.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219565/image/large-22ced79efd4b0eddc1bc720fe5be70a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219565">Across the Taiwan Strait, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a> are churning out yachts with great tenacity, securing owners for each one. Last year <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a> delivered 13 yachts in the above 24-metre category and have a further 12 penned in to be launched this year. Whereas eight yachts built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon</a> made their first splash last year, and the Taiwanese builder expects to put another 15 in the water before this year’s through. The bulk of these yachts aren’t destined for Asia though, “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a>’ main market is Australia, the States, and Europe” Suzy Rayment, Executive Director of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5448" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Asia Pacific Superyachts (Company)">Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association</a>, explained. The lower number of Asian sales compared to other regions was confirmed after a quick call to the European office of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/119" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Horizon Yachts (Company)">Horizon Yachts</a>. The same is true for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1394" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Alexander (Company)">Ocean Alexander</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/214509/image/large-fc13dc58f4b69787fce9940344e59784.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/214509"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/111186/image/large-210aa4300e3261200ed50c1e362c0d7d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/111186">“Shipyards in Taiwan and Mainland China have been exporting yachts around the world for many years and there is now a growing market in mainland China for locally built yachts,” Mike Simpson, Founder &amp; CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1011" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Simpson Marine (Company)">Simpson Marine</a>, commented. “Local builders are learning fast from their more established western counterparts and the quality is improving, but Asian buyers have come to expect cutting edge design, innovation and build quality – and throughout Asia they generally prefer to buy yachts from more established western shipyards. The ‘Designer Label’ is as important for yacht buyers as it is for buyers of cars, watches or handbags.”&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/177088/image/large-42d416153cf207aa10a7e8215e7f1371.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/177088"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jinlong Mega Yacht (Company)">Jinlong Mega Yacht</a> is one such shipyard that is developing quickly. The yacht builder is owned by the conglomerate that recently acquired <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/434" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Balk Shipyard (Company)">Balk Shipyard</a>, Zhongying Int’l Holding Group Ltd. The Dutch shipyard will soon be working closely with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jinlong Mega Yacht (Company)">Jinlong Mega Yachts</a>, as the Chinese shipyard rolls out its expansion plans. Daan Balk confirmed this when the initial announcement was made, stating that his team will support the training activities at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jinlong Mega Yacht (Company)">Jinlong Mega Yacht</a>.European or American-built yachts are more than just a status symbol for many though. Quality is one thing, but &nbsp;“there also isn’t the same level of aftercare with Chinese-built boats,” Rayment said. So while these yachts might be cheaper, they still come with a price: a lower guarantee that clients know and expect from superyacht manufacturers. This may not be the case for long though; it seems we’re at a pivotal turning point.&nbsp;The forthcoming developments at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4788" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jinlong Mega Yacht (Company)">Jinlong Mega Yachts</a>, for one, but also with headway being made at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a>. “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> was established in 2007 and is currently the leading shipbuilder in mainland China,” Godfrey Zwygart, Managing Director at Marevisio Co. Limited, said. &nbsp;“They have a whole range of boats up to 43 metres, and their quality has been improving considerably in recent years – they are a serious competitor to western shipyards.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/100071/image/large-0bf6bfc76339c8dfc6a3125a232f0ff0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/100071"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/95551/image/large-7b41d18fc1e4817669080c0f3bf96c0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/95551">The other big player in China is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3780" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pride Mega Yachts (Company)">Pride Mega Yachts</a>, located in the Yantai Shandong province. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3780" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pride Mega Yachts (Company)">Pride</a> is the yard that handled the construction of one of the largest Chinese-built superyachts: the 88.5-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5634" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Illusion Plus88.5m (290'4&quot;)Pride Mega Yachts2018">Illusion Plus</a>. Currently all three shipyards are predominantly geared for export, they all have scope to expand their facilities if local demand grows – which it could.“China is completely closed off from Hong Kong at the moment, but this could change as Hong Kong is now part of the Greater Bay Area,” Reyment said. “The yachting infrastructure is waiting to happen in China – it’s just not there yet. Hong Kong is a great role model in that respect.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/95547/image/large-36050a0922739ff2d4925c9f3755d27e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/95547">“Hong Kong has been doing well with superyacht sales these last few years and has had a fair bit of success with the 40-45-metre category,” Joe Yuen, Chief Representative, Hong Kong and Macao at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>, told SYT. “It’s been a slightly different story in the mainland and the market for imported superyachts is a lot slower. There is a demand for locally built superyachts, production boats and smaller yachts in the region, but not for those imported.”Yuen continued, “A lot of local owners want superyachts, but because of local restrictions there is a reduced appetite for larger pleasure vessels. We see a lot of smaller Chinese-built yachts going out fishing and day cruising around Southern China, but larger yachts aren’t a common sight.”Tax and flagging regulations are two issues. While there may be much lower tax imposed if an owner wants to fly a Chinese flag, it comes with restrictions. “Local yachts with a Chinese flag have limited access to domestic waters and need to apply for special permits to go abroad, so boats willing to sail globally would have to be registered as commercial,” Zwygart explained. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208973/image/large-f6e2669d736b89cd112f3eb0d442eaed.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208973"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208974/image/large-b4a17d98ee52c159c2a131cb2bb91edd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208974">This explains the strong focus on export. It also provided an opportunity for other Asian shipyards to tap into the market. South Korean builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GHI Yachts (Company)">GHI Super Yachts</a> "Phoenix Model Yachts", for one, supplies superyachts to its Chinese clients with an availability of flags and without an export tax. The largest yacht currently in-build at its facilities is the 39.6-metre motor yacht Legacy 135.Amidst heavy restrictions, there’s a lot of potentials. The market is maturing but the infrastructure needs developing and legislation needs lifting. There's also an issue with limited berthing available. Nonetheless, Roger Liang reports a growing number of “yachts on Hainan Island,” while this is positive the numbers “will take time to catch up” with the numbers of other affluent countries. If legislation is passed, there could be an upsurge – but, really, it’s difficult to tell.&nbsp;

yacht building in China

With a growing appetite for superyachts in China and Hong Kong, can we expect to see an increased activity in shipbuilding? 

Will there be an upsurge of yacht building in China? 

The 35.2-metre superyacht Asteria 116 is currently in-build and is for sale. The superyacht is scheduled to be delivered in late 2022 and is under construction at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> in China.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203980/image/large-09641ce012b6bd4a10277143ddef063f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203980">Asteria 116 features both interior and exterior design by Slovenian design studio, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uniellé Yacht Design (Company)">Uniellé Yacht Design</a>, while her naval architecture was completed by her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203965/image/large-cfee070b5eef7a5f24d7d17551a55cb3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203965"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203963/image/large-af007ad035c3b130a50ba6d5c95903e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203963"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203966/image/large-09e279d4668354d2d49b79acd1074907.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203966">The 280 GT yacht will accommodate up-to 12 guests and is operated by a crew of four. Asteria 116 sports a two deck layout, which provides ample deck space. Her spacious sun deck is home to a bar, a barbeque, a Jacuzzi, sun beds, an al fresco dining area, and a day head. On her lower deck aft, the motor yacht features a beach club with a hydraulic swim platform.<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51573" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts delivers new 43m flagship catamaran Yu Feng Zhe 1 (2020-07-23 14:30:00 +0200)">Heysea Yachts delivers new 43m flagship catamaran Yu Feng Zhe 1</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51258" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fire at Heysea Yachts damages 35m Dopamine (2020-05-11 10:45:00 +0200)">Fire at Heysea Yachts damages 35m Dopamine</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203979/image/large-fe5d22197afe07968c6374ef35eb4511.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203979"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203967/image/large-7deba5eb6500fc143e17cc4e05a654b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203967"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203981/image/large-7db6f03a79f793d9dc32eb1e098f5367.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203981">A spacious, full-beam master suite is situated on the main deck and features 240-degree views, a skylight and a private terrace forward with sun beds.<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51804" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First 38m Asteria 126 from Heysea Yachts ready for delivery (2020-09-21 14:30:00 +0200)">First 38m Asteria 126 from Heysea Yachts ready for delivery</a><a href="#managed-by-system" title="Heysea Yachts delivers tenth Asteria 108 (2020-07-14 10:30:00 +0200)" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51531" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/51531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts delivers tenth Asteria 108 (2020-07-14 10:30:00 +0200)">Heysea Yachts delivers tenth Asteria 108</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203969/image/large-95dac365fd5791b7db511f514e15efca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203969"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203975/image/large-b835afa79c07a03e29aa7197392bc44d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203975"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203971/image/large-c781ca043c6828b71be57efe398f3eea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203971">Performance-wise, Asteria 116 sports twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 Acert diesel engines, which provide her with a top speed of 24 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots. She has a range of 2,000 nautical miles while cruising at 10 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203982/image/large-2f0a9b6ac9df223dc58a0f0d653dd9e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203982">She is currently for sale with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/159" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Burgess (Company)">Burgess</a>.

Heysea Yachts’ 35m in-build superyacht Asteria 116 is for sale

The 35m superyacht Asteria 116 is currently in build by Heysea Yachts in China and is for sale.

35m in-build superyacht Asteria 116 is for sale

Getting ready to be officially handed over to her owner is the first 38.4-metre <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/yachts/heysea-asteria-126-1" target="_blank">Asteria 126</a>. In the latest images from the yard, the new superyacht can be seen showing off the design work of the Chinese shipyard which includes a Cabana-style beach club and a large multi-purpose aft deck. The sundeck can also be spotted with a newly fitted spa pool, dining and seating area, barbecue and bar area. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175647/image/large-7dfc80278c61ff1397f4be204475b272.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175647"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175649/image/large-3c5e2a6166487d8f4ced04a077f7b068.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175649"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175646/image/large-61639939824db78bc6bf12e9d5ed132e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175646">The interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanus Design Co. (Company)">Oceanus Design Co.</a> has accommodation for up to eight guests and are decorated in a beach-house style. The master suite on the main deck benefits from large wrap-around windows that offer an uninterrupted view of the outdoors and is located nearby the dining area and aft deck lounge.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175665/image/large-e352967a45e991d661dfa025a71f4f4f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175665"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175655/image/large-84232e527987398404af1b1342c986ae.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175655"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175664/image/large-1b28012a6e0bf59593e0b8ca07d57f23.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175664">As hull one of the Asteria 126 series nears her official delivery date in China, the yard are testing out her twin Caterpillar Inc C32 Acert engines which can reach a top speed of 22 knots.

First 38m yacht Asteria 126 from Heysea ready for delivery

Getting ready to be officially handed over to her owner is the first 38.4m yacht Asteria 126.

First 38m Asteria 126 from Heysea Yachts ready for delivery

Now the flagship of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> shipyard, the 43m catamaran yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5786" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yu Feng Zhe 143.0m (141'1&quot;)Heysea Yachts2019">Yu Feng Zhe 1</a> has been delivered to her experienced owner in China. Built under <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/in-build-heysea-s-40m-multihull-superyacht-takes-shape" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">the project name Heysea Vista 140</a>, the new yacht was conceived in close collaboration with the Heysea design team and the owner, who added in some changes mid-build. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169185/image/large-b39fc4eb4f8a3dcb4f9be396c85f70b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169185"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169184/image/large-4c77fca4417655aeb790cdb2e09ad3a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169184">The yacht’s steel hull and fibreglass superstructure make way for numerous communal guest spaces and a beam of 12 metres. Her champagne gold surface and detailing can be seen in the latest images of the new yacht cruising along the pearl river towards Dapeng Yacht Club, Shenzhen. Her interior layout is the work of Horizontal Design, who have created a 'simplistic but sleek style' to 'embrace the concept of luxury leisure'.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169183/image/large-fc1fe39c3650e2d355c5652dcd24f784.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169183"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169186/image/large-8f9c760e93f265a501a64f2072ef041a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169186">Powered by twin Volvo 725HP engines, the 701 GT catamaran has a maximum speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots while offering a range of 4,000 nm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/21803/image/large-d6c0174a57ae627f1d65f70aef21c6c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/21803">&nbsp;

Heysea Yachts delivers new 43m flagship catamaran yacht Yu Feng Zhe 1

A new 43m flagship catamaran yacht Yu Feng Zhe 1 has been delivered to her owner in China. 

Heysea Yachts delivers new 43m flagship catamaran Yu Feng Zhe 1

Chinese shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> has announced the delivery of the tenth Asteria 108 yacht, which arrived in Hong Kong on 8th July. The 33.1-metre superyacht will now remain in Hong Kong for a short period before beginning the next leg of her journey to Melbourne, Australia. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168070/image/large-f1b8a8b11e40fc11602b5f5e0cd1e637.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168070">Designed inside and out by her builder, the all-GRP vessel accommodates up to 10 guests on board. Power to the yacht is provided by twin Caterpillar 1900hp engines which enable her to reach a maximum speed of 22 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168071/image/large-5100fb9fa585f86ce69ef48c69369b0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168071">The interiors of the tenth Asteria 108 yacht combine aspects of traditional and contemporary styling, thanks to the presence of dark tones, hand-crafted furniture and white upholstery embedded with metal and wood decoration. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/168069/image/large-99e9c7d38df6e5e2963e5282bc8621b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/168069"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/119733/image/large-6e0119b9bd88204720cd9ed93c12b669.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119733">As the shipyard explains, the styling of the superyacht aims to create a nostalgic atmosphere, embodying "the good old days" for her owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/119732/image/large-119af51a520bbe86376fd85d108cd2a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119732">

Tenth Asteria 108 yacht delivered

Chinese shipyard Heysea Yachts has delivered its tenth Asteria 108 yacht to her owner. Find out more on SYT. 

Heysea Yachts delivers tenth Asteria 108

Last week, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> delivered the ninth Asteria 108 to her owner at the Seven-Star Bay Yacht Club in Shenzhen. The 33.1-metre yacht, now named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shanhuhai No. 133.1m (108'7&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Shanhuhai No.1</a>, was designed entirely in-house at the Chinese shipyard to include a large flybridge area and an open main deck. &nbsp;<img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121636/image/large-29b381feda31fa94530352577c64b52e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121636">Inside, the new superyacht is decorated in a neutral colour palette of white, grey and light brown accented by unique items of furniture such as wave-pattern flooring and designer lampshades. Accommodation onboard is for up to eight guests across four staterooms, with a crew of two also housed in two cabins.&nbsp;<img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121637/image/large-31405d8fc735a395c68ddab83fadc919.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121637"><img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121638/image/large-da93a18db185ee229f12393df182dedb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121638"><img src="https://d3w3pid64ak8v.cloudfront.net/photo/121639/image/large-870ec7c0d74e5a5a0adf291d0823f9d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/121639">With twin CAT-1800hp engines, yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7672" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shanhuhai No. 133.1m (108'7&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Shanhuhai No.1</a> can be powered up to a top speed of 23 knots. &nbsp;

Heysea Yachts delivers ninth Asteria 108 yacht Shanhuhai No.1

The just-delivered 33.1m yacht, Shanhuhai No.1, was designed entirely in-house at Heysea Yachts. Read more on SYT.

Heysea Yachts delivers ninth Asteria 108: Shanhuhai No.1

Chinese shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> is celebrating its third yacht launch of the year, with the 33.1-metre Asteria 108 yacht hitting the water for the first time on 11th May. 2020 is already proving to be a busy year for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea</a> so far, with the shipyard<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/asteria-126-yacht-launched" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">&nbsp;launching its first Asteria 126 yacht in March</a> and the Heysea Atlantic 115 <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/dopamine">Dopamine</a> back in <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/yacht-dopamine-launch">January</a>. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/119734/image/large-b5b3dd63acbb8479ecac64c9dddb993b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119734">As the 10th hull of the Asteria 108 model - the first model of the Asteria series to be released by the shipyard - the all-GRP 186 GT yacht has been designed inside and out by her builder. On board accommodation is for up to eight guests across four staterooms, with a crew of two also housed in two cabins. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/119732/image/large-119af51a520bbe86376fd85d108cd2a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119732"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/119733/image/large-6e0119b9bd88204720cd9ed93c12b669.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119733">Power to the vessel is provided by twin Caterpillar diesel engines with 1925 hp each, which enable her to reach a maximum speed of 23 knots and cruise comfortably at 18 knots. With delivery expected for mid-June, the Asteria 108 yacht will remain in Hong Kong for six months before beginning her journey towards Melbourne in Australia. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/119731/image/large-14409fda4b4d3e83a3cd0b63687ed621.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/119731">In other news, the shipyard has also announced that the hull and superstructure of the eleventh Asteria 108 have been completed and are set to be joined in the immediate future. The eleventh Asteria 108 yacht has been extended to 34.1 metres and features a multi-functional cabana and a large-scale French window located in her saloon, with the aim of bringing the ocean into her interior spaces.&nbsp;

Tenth Asteria 108 yacht launched by Heysea 

Heysea Yachts in China has celebrated the launch of its 10th Asteria 108 yacht. Take a look on SYT. 

Heysea launches tenth Asteria 108 yacht 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> have reported that a fire broke out in the shipyard's docks damaging the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/yacht-dopamine-launch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">recently launched</a> 35.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts">Dopamine</a>. At around 08:00 on May 9, procedures to tackle the fire commenced and the emergency services were called. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/110129/image/large-008ddc7b99e5b060ba37621dc4e78ce2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110129">The fire was extinguished with no reported injuries or damage to any other yachts. The cause of the fire remains under investigation and the shipyard has not yet made an official statement.SuperYacht Times will report when images and information become available from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a>.

Heysea Yachts: Fire damages 35m yacht Dopamine

A report from Heysea Yachts: Fire breaks out at shipyard in Xinhui District at 08:00 on May 9.

Fire at Heysea Yachts damages 35m Dopamine

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> is continuing its yacht-building operations in China and has launched the company's second superyacht of the year this year in the form of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Asteria 126/138.4m (125'12&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Asteria 126</a>. This follows the unveiling of the Heysea Atlantic 115 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Dopamine</a> in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50816" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="35m yacht Dopamine launched by Heysea Yachts (2020-01-07 11:00:00 +0100)">January</a>.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/114065/image/large-28474a8f12423d871bc7d56222b9e185.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/114065">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Asteria 126/138.4m (125'12&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Asteria 126</a> follows the familiar Asteria family design with an edgy and athletic exterior, large glazed surfaces and raised pilothouse.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/23111/image/large-bcd7ade96cc739af844c33e23deb5212.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23111">As the second-largest model in the Asteria range, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Asteria 126/138.4m (125'12&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">126</a> is built for long-distance cruising and can cover 1,200 nm. Her high cruising speed of 20 knots makes the Asteria 126 ideal for shorter trips between islands and popular yachting hotspots.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/21802/image/large-6fd2d3728f4572afdbf6870a2a0f1ae6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/21802">Inside, a beach house-inspired interior creates a welcoming environment with accommodation for up to eight guests. The master suite on the main deck benefits from large wrap-around windows that offer an uninterrupted view of the outdoors. Elsewhere, special attention has been paid to the fully-equipped galley. Located on the main deck, the galley enjoys its own view over the port side and is connected to the main dining area and aft deck lounge to facilitate dining services.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/114067/image/large-74805395ca442a39202824d4b7d32a0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/114067"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/114068/image/large-6170cb12f4611d50ebf5d65b1005885d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/114068">Delivery of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Asteria 126/138.4m (125'12&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Asteria 126</a> is expected to take place within a month’s time.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/114066/image/large-98f1b94e7362e4647bf2845cd1d809a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/114066">

Asteria 126 yacht launched in China

The first Asteria 126 yacht launched in China at the Heysea Yachts shipyard and is now undergoing final outfitting ahead of delivery to its owner. 

First Asteria 126 yacht launched by Heysea in China

The 35.2-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Dopamine</a> built by the Chinese shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heysea Yachts (Company)">Heysea Yachts</a> has been successfully launched. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/construction-progresses-on-the-heysea-atlantic-115-dopamine" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Construction on the 263 GT yacht began in March 2018</a> after her keel laying in September 2017. Sold to her new owner in June 2018 who put together a team to oversee her build, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Dopamine</a> is the first yacht from the Heysea Atlantic 115 range. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/110125/image/large-c2b80e7391a80573c418ed36af2527d8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110125"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/110128/image/large-565bfec697d371423a0adf75f7ac5678.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110128">Having been completed with a GRP hull and superstructure, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Dopamine</a> features an exterior design by the Slovenian studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1511" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uniellé Yacht Design (Company)">Uniellé Yacht Design</a> and interiors by the London-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="H2 Yacht Design (Company)">H2 Yacht Design</a>. <img src="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/uploads/store/photo/110129/image/large-008ddc7b99e5b060ba37621dc4e78ce2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110129"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/110126/image/large-faacc0dc72625ebfe90fbaadd83ecb9e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110126">The two-deck semi-displacement motor yacht sleeps 12 guests in five staterooms while crew quarters on board can accommodate up to four. The main-deck master suite offers full panoramic views of the surroundings and guests can make use of a beach club with a transformable swim platform that can be converted into a gym and a custom-designed infinity Jacuzzi on the flybridge. Indoors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Dopamine</a> features high ceilings of up to 2.3 metres. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/110127/image/large-2e9ca2bb5942755494541193bd8078e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110127">Equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 diesel-fuelled engines with 1,925 hp each, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6332" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dopamine35.2m (115'6&quot;)Heysea Yachts2020">Dopamine</a> reaches a top speed of 24 knots and she cruises at 20 knots. With a fuel tank capacity of 20,600 litres and a freshwater capacity of 4,500 litres, cruising at an economical speed of 10 knots gives her a transatlantic range of 2,000 nautical miles. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/110130/image/large-4ca5d6fe89c93a6ab2dcffc569a72dd1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110130">

35m yacht Dopamine launched by Heysea Yachts

The 35.2m yacht Dopamine has been launched. Built by the Chinese shipyard Heysea Yachts, Dopamine belongs to the Heysea Atlantic 115 range.