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Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025

by Sophie Spicknell 3 Feb 08:26 UTC 7-8 May 2025
Asia Pacific Superyacht Summit 2024 © Superyacht Times / Tim O'Rourke

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025

The Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit is due to take place for two days in May 2025, with the goal of developing the Asian superyacht market in a bid to attract more yachts to the region.

The programme focuses on panellists and keynote speakers discussing some of the most prevalent issues of the yachting industry, showcasing some of the most innovative new technologies, and working towards an increased presence for the entire Asia-Pacific region for the industry.

Fema Marine

Based in Switzerland, Fema Marine specialises in yacht surveying and management services. Their team of skilled and experienced yacht surveyors offers worldwide services and expert advice to owners, purchasers, attorneys and underwriters. They assist with complex insurance claims, purchase transactions, repairs, refits and appraisals.

In addition to surveying, Fema Marine provides highly specialised yacht management services, tailored to individual client needs. Their mission is to support clients around the clock, utilising advanced yacht management software to ensure optimal vessel performance.

Damen Yachting

Damen Yachting will once again be returning as Event Partner for the second edition of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit. Headquartered in Vlissingen, Netherlands, Damen Yachting operates the country's largest luxury yacht building shipyard. With a heritage dating back to 1918, the company is known for its Amels superyachts, Yacht Support vessels, and large yacht refits. Under the leadership of Managing Director Rose Damen, a third-generation family shareholder, Damen Yachting maintains a strong commitment to excellence, tradition and craftsmanship.

SuperYacht Times is already hosting a successful counterpart event in the Middle East, the Gulf Superyacht Summit. These two events work in harmony, highlighting the shared benefits of increased yacht activity East of the Med, and focusing on the growth of emerging markets within the superyacht industry.

“The second edition of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit builds on the success of the first. I am pleased to welcome Fema Marine has come on board as the Patron of the event,” commented Merijn de Waard, Founder and Director of SuperYacht Times. "Fema Marine continues to make an impact in the superyacht industry, managing prominent charter yachts such as Alfa Nero and Axioma. I am also pleased to welcome Damen Yachting back as Event Partner, further reinforcing the Summit’s position as a key industry event.”

If you are interested in being involved or sponsoring the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025, reach out to the sales team now at

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