SEA Yachting News

Simpson Marine Sailing School to Launch in Thailand with a Fleet of Beneteau First Boats

Simpson Marine is set to launch Asia’s first Simpson Marine Sailing School in Thailand. Scheduled to open mid-March 2021 at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya, the Simpson Marine Sailing School will be an academy that applies Simpson Marine’s passion for yachting to nurture the younger generation in Thailand. It’s the perfect approach to pave the way for them to have a head start into the vibrant marine industry.

Students of Simpson Marine Sailing School will be enrolled into the International Yacht and Maritime Training (IYT) curriculum – a globally recognized sailing course. Each student from Simpson Marine Sailing School will undertake a top-notch sail training syllabus in a safe and professional environment

Beneteau has long been one of the world’s top sailing yacht brands and it is only natural for Simpson Marine to use only Beneteau sailing yachts at our Simpson Marine Sailing School. In preparation for the opening of the sailing school, Simpson Marine has secured eight brand new Beneteau sailboats. Thailand will soon be expecting the arrival of five Beneteau First 14s, two Beneteau First 18s, and a Beneteau First 27. Beneteau’s sailing yachts are suited for ocean crossings, spirited racing and relaxed day cruising making them perfect all-rounders for this purpose. The handling of the yacht is very suitable for beginners and will help to expand the sailing knowledge and experience of the young sailors as they progress through their sailing courses.

Simpson Marine Thailand welcomes all young people aged between 12 – 18 to sign up for their Simpson Marine Sailing School. To receive first-hand information on the Simpson Marine Sailing School please contact us at thailand@simpsonmarine.com.

DEHLER 30 continue to shine

Dehler 30 One Design continues to rack up awards. She has won two awards in SAIL magazine’s Best Boats 2021 Awards; the jury of experts awarded her "Performance Boat 30ft or Less" The Dehler Stealth Drive was honored as the best technical innovation. Recognition in North America comes after the Dehler 30 one design was named European Yacht of the Year. The American judges were impressed by her performance and ease of handling – even at high speeds. The winning Dehler Stealth Drive, which allows the use of a powerful fixed propeller to be quickly folded up and retracted into the hull when not in use, comes as a standard feature on the Dehler 30 one design. Adam Cort, Editor of SAIL magazine: “The jury unanimously voted the boat the winner in the category "Performance Boats 30ft or Less". Besides the design, the decisive factor was the spectacular test sail on the Chesapeake Bay, which was definitely one of the best runs of recent years in the Best Boats Awards.

The Dehler is an incredibly exciting sail, but always easy to control. Besides the fun factor, this keeps the average speed consistently high, which is where success in long-distance racing lies."

The Dehler 30 od is designed for the sailing purist, not just for short-handed offshore racing.

For information please contact:

SEA Yacht Sales Co.Ltd

Dealers for: Hanse, Dehler, Moody, Sealine and Fjord inq@sea-yss.com +66 370 1995

Maldives among ‘Top 5 Tropical Yachting Spots in 2021’

MALDIVES MALDIVES A magnet for superyachts and one of the most fascinating travel destinations in the world, The Maldives is one of the few top cruising destinations lifting Covid-19 restrictions early on. The Maldives is featured in Superyacht Times Yachting Spots in 2021”, reports Mohamed Hameed of Asia Pacific Superyachts. The decision to open during the pandemic has been a positive and beneficial one for international vessels and for the country, notes Hameed: “We are seeing one of the busiest season of all for visiting yachts in the Maldives. The country’s entrance formalities and restrictions are very easy to comply with and there has been a lot of demand and inquiries, especially when compared to other competitive markets/countries.” Travel: Top 5 tropical yachting spots in 2021 Maldives

A fail-safe holiday favourite, this archipelago situated in the Indian Ocean is a picturesque yachting destination in which one will never get bored. Visitors to the Maldives are currently not required to quarantine, but they must fill out a health declaration form prior to entry. Some top yachting destinations in the Maldives include: Baa Atoll

Visit one of the Maldives’ least touched islands, this spot is perfect for maintaining distance and privacy from others — making it an ideal pandemic-proof spot. Baa Atoll is known for its white powder-sand beaches and lush vegetation. Utheemu

The northernmost Maldivian islands offer signature beautiful beaches, but also gives visitors the chance to engage with local culture and history. The island is the birthplace of Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu who fought off Portuguese invaders in the 16th century. UPDATE: Due to Covid-19 it is restricted for tourists to do day visits/ explore local islands where locals are inhabited (unless they have a guest house booking confirmed). This is a step taken by government to minimize risks and cross exposure of Covid-19 among locals and tourists alike. Lhaviyani

One of the Maldives’ most famous scuba diving destinations, those who dare to dive will share the waters with an array of wildlife such as sharks, manta rays, and reef fish. There are a total of 54 islands in the Lhaviyani atoll of which only 5 are inhabited: Naifaru, Hinnavaru, Kurendhoo and Olhuvelifushi. This makes it a great spot for adventuring. Above is #2 Yachting Spot (Maldives) description excerpt from recent article at: https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/covid-19-travel-restrictions

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FJORD 41 XL wins European Powerboat of the Year 2021 Award

The FJORD 41 XL has been named European Powerboat of the Year 2021 by the continent’s leading powerboat magazines. Due to the pandemic and the resulting cancellation of the boot Düsseldorf show, the award ceremony was held virtually for the first time at the International Maritime Museum in Hamburg.

In the "Yachts up to 14 metres" class, the FJORD 41 XL overcame renowned competition to win the most important prize in the global motoryacht industry. Despite the adverse conditions of the past year, FJORD has nevertheless succeeded in developing a new top model with a pioneering deck module configuration. Below deck, too, the newly-crowned winner offers comprehensive layout options and first-class equipment.

Torsten Moench, Editor-in-Chief of BOOTE magazine: “Thanks to the nine deck layouts, which can be freely combined, the customer has the possibility to perfectly adapt the boat to their own needs. As usual with FJORD, the handling characteristics and workmanship are top class.”

Andrea Zambonini, Product Manager FJORD: “We are incredibly proud to have won this important award. The whole team worked hard to ensure that the FJORD 41 XL offers customers the maximum in terms of customization and comfort. The high demand for this model confirms the verdict of Europe’s specialist boating journalists.”

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Dehler Yachts Offer New Exterior Finish

Dehler now offer a new “Honeycomb ” finish for the Dehler 30 One Design and new Dehler 38SQ.

The D 30OD has an extensive variety of colours and the D 38SQ less.

For information please contact: SEA Yacht Sales Co.Ltd Dealers for: Hanse, Dehler, Moody, Sealine and Fjord inq@sea-yss.com +66 370 1995

SUZUKI DEVELOPS WORLD’S FIRST MICRO-PLASTICS COLLECTING SYSTEM FOR OUTBOARD MOTORS

Innovative Device Will Remove Micro-Plastics and Other Pollutants From Engine Cooling Water Before Returning to the Ocean

Brea, CA (October 1, 2020) — Suzuki has developed the world’s first micro-plastics collecting system designed to be installed on outboard motors. The device is designed for easy installation under the cowling of selected Suzuki outboard models 40 HP and up. It works by filtering water after it has passed through the engine’s cooling system and before it is returned to the ocean. Because of its innovative design, the system does not impact the driving performance or cooling efficiency of the engine. This system has been tested extensively aboard Suzuki-powered boats in Japan, and has proven to be highly effective. Research has been expanded abroad and further improvements will be made based on these findings. The filtering system has already demonstrated its ability to collect a wide variety of micro-particle pollution, including urethane, nylon and wood chips, among other materials.

Marine biologists and the scientific community have long recognized the dangers these microscopic bits of pollution — known collectively as micro-plastics — pose to fish, marine mammals and other aquatic life. It is worsening problem that doesn’t recognize national borders and is negatively impacting oceans around the planet. Combating this problem will require a cooperative effort by industry, the scientific community and outdoor enthusiasts around the world. Suzuki sees this new technology developed for its outboard motors as a positive first step in such a collaborative effort.

The unveiling of this device coincides with the launch of Suzuki’s Clean Ocean Project — a new, broad based initiative focused on reducing plastic waste and its harmful effects on the marine environment. As part of this effort, Suzuki is now reducing the use of plastics in the packaging materials of its outboard motors and parts — changes that should reduce plastic waste from business activities by approximately 2.3 tons annually.

Suzuki has a long-standing tradition of working to protect the aquatic environment. The company has long been conducting voluntary cleanup activities in seas, rivers, lakes and ponds where outboards are being used. The first such activity was initiated in 2010 in Hamamatsu, Japan, and subsequently held globally as Suzuki’s Clean Up The World campaign from 2011 to present. To date, more than 8,000 people from 26 countries have participated in a variety of cleanup and habitat restoration projects around the world. These efforts will continue and strengthen in the future with new programs like the Clean Ocean Project.

This new filtering technology, together with Suzuki’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness and

participation among outboard users, dealers, boat builders, business partners and other industry stakeholders, is part of an ongoing campaign to benefit the environment.

“We are excited about taking this significant step, where our motors can actually be part of a solution for a critical environmental issue,” said Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. President Max Yamamoto. “We have long recognized that Suzuki customers are avid fishermen and boaters who care about the environment. This is something we can do together to protect our oceans, lakes and rivers so that future generations can enjoy them,” added Mr. Yamamoto. This new device is scheduled to be available as an optional accessory beginning in 2021, with plans to make it standard equipment in the future.